DANVILLE – To help folks stay warm during the cold winter months, State Senator Scott Bennett (D-Champaign) and Robinson Chiropractic are collecting socks to benefit area shelters through Thursday, Dec. 23.

“The holidays are a time when we tend to be thinking of people that are in need in our community,” Bennett said. “I encourage people to consider helping folks in our shelters by donating a pair of new socks to help them keep warm.”

Worn-out or ragged socks put people at serious risk of foot disease and, during the winter months, in severe danger from the cold. As a result, new socks are greatly needed by those experiencing homelessness — but they are the least donated clothing item at homeless shelters.

Community members are encouraged to donate brand new socks for men, women and children at the collection locations below:

• Bennett’s District Office located at 201 N. Vermilion St., Suite 323 in Danville
  • Monday-Friday: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
• Robinson Chiropractic located at 3595 N. Vermilion St. in Danville
  • Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
  • Tuesday, Thursday: 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• Robinson Chiropractic located at 111 N. State St., Suite C in Westville
  • Monday, Wednesday, Thursday: 8 a.m. to noon; 1:30-6:30 p.m.
  • Tuesday: 1:30-6 p.m.
  • Friday: 8 a.m. to noon

Collection boxes will be located outside of each office and donations will benefit Crosspoint at the Y Homeless Program, Danville Rescue Mission and Fair Hope Children’s Ministry.

For questions or additional information, contact Bennett’s office at 217-442-5252 or Robinson Chiropractic at 217-442-2273.