Our Monthly Donation Box
Every dollar donated at Charleston Discount Grocery is matched by our local business partners and ourselves to support our community.
How Our Donation Box Works
Every month, we place a donation box at Charleston Discount Grocery. When you contribute, your donation goes directly to support local organizations and charities making a real difference in our community.
The best part? Every dollar you donate is matched by Charleston Discount Grocery AND four local business partners. This means your $1 donation becomes $6 supporting our community!
Your Donation is Matched 6x
$1 Donated = $6 Supporting Our Community
Your donation + Charleston Discount Grocery + 4 local business partners
APRIL DONATION FOCUS
Citizens Against Child Abuse (CACA)
In honor of Child Abuse Prevention Month
Citizens Against Child Abuse stands firmly against the abuse of children and works to support children and non-offending family members right here in Coles County. This local nonprofit helps remove financial barriers that impact the safety, stability, and well-being of children in our area.
Direct Financial Assistance (up to $200 per child, per year):
- • Rent and utility assistance
- • School supplies
- • Groceries
- • Extracurricular activity fees
- • Family-related needs supporting child stability and development
Community Programs:
- • Free community education and prevention programs focused on child abuse awareness
- • Band Together for Kids – holiday assistance for Christmas support
"To help remove barriers so children in Coles County have access to the support and resources they need to thrive."
Community Partners We Support
Each month, we direct donations to organizations making a real difference in Charleston and Coles County. Here are the partners we're currently supporting:
Coles County Veterans Support Coalition
A local 501(c)(3) that has been serving veterans since 2017. Fully donation-funded, charging no fees for their services, with board members serving without compensation.
2025 Direct Support
$19,264.74
2025 Total Budget
$32,685.73
Programs & Services:
- • Direct financial help for groceries, utilities, and housing assistance
- • REBOOT Military Trauma classes
- • Hero's 6 nursing home visits
- • Mess Hall Meals for the veteran community
- • At Ease support for veterans transitioning to civilian life
Charleston Food Pantry
Serving the Charleston community with essential food assistance and resources to help families in need.
Standing Stone Community Center
Building community connections and providing vital services to our neighbors throughout the region.
Each month we add new businesses and charities to this list. Check back to see the latest partners we're supporting!
Our Local Business Sponsors
These businesses match our monthly donations to support veterans in Coles County. Together, we're making a real difference in our community.
Hellman Builders & Maintenance LLC
Supporting our community through quality construction and maintenance services.
Diepholz Auto of Charleston
Your trusted local automotive partner committed to community giving.
Yost Management Services, Inc.
Building better communities through property management and local support.
Furry Overhead Door Company
24-hour service guaranteed, and committed to serving our neighbors.
Local Businesses – Want to Join Us?
If you are a local business interested in joining our mission and matching donations each month, feel free to message us here or stop by the store. We would love to grow this program and bring even more sponsors on board.
Together, we can make an even bigger difference for veterans in Coles County.