Community Action Partnership of Central Illinois

03/24/2025

ONE MORE WEEK!

This auction ends this Friday at 5pm!

📢 🚗🚀 CAPCIL’S VEHICLE & TECH AUCTION GOES LIVE TOMORROW 🚀🚗📢

We’re excited to announce that our Vehicle & Tech Auction officially opens TOMORROW at 8AM 🎉 Now’s your chance to bid on used vehicles, tech items, and more—all while supporting CAPCIL’s programs and services.

🔹 𝗕𝗶𝗱𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘀: Monday March 17th at 8am
🔹 𝗕𝗶𝗱𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗘𝗻𝗱𝘀: Friday March 28th at 5pm
🔹 𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗼 𝗕𝗶𝗱: https://vehicletech.givesmart.com
🔹𝗜𝘁𝗲𝗺𝘀 𝗔𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲: Vehicles, buses, smart phones, cargo trailers

Don’t miss out! Share this post and tag your friends who might be interested. Every bid helps us continue serving our community! ❤️

03/24/2025

🌴🍔🎉 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗘𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗯𝘂𝗿𝗴𝗲𝗿 𝗶𝗻 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗲 𝗦𝗼𝘂𝘃𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗿 𝗖𝘂𝗽𝘀! 🎉🍔🌴

As we prepare to take our "𝗟𝗮𝘀𝘁 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲" at this unforgettable event, we wanted to honor the incredible years we've spent together by bringing all the colors from past cups into ONE special design! This vibrant, limited-edition souvenir cup is a true celebration of the memories, flavors, and fun we've shared over the years. 🌈✨

🔥 Get yours at the event – once they're gone, they’re GONE! 🔥

Who's ready to sip, savor, and celebrate with us one last time? Drop a 🌴 in the comments if you’re excited! ⬇️

03/22/2025

🌴🍔 𝗧𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗸 𝗬𝗼𝘂, 𝗖𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗼 𝗣𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿! 🍔🌴

We’re thrilled to announce that Cordelio Power is the official sponsor of our 2025 Cheeseburger in Paradise event! 🎉 Their generous support helps us continue providing vital programs and services to our community.

03/21/2025

🎥 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗰𝗸 𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝘄𝗵𝘆 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗯𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗱! 🎥

Looking for a safe, nurturing, and educational environment for your 3 to 5-year-old? Our Head Start program offers early learning, health services, and family support—all at no cost to eligible families!

🌟 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗪𝗲 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗿:
✅ Quality early education
✅ Healthy meals & snacks
✅ Health screenings
✅ Support for kids with special needs

Ready to enroll? Click here to learn more:https://www.capcil.info/head-start or call us at 217-732-2159.

Give your child a Head Start! 🌱

03/20/2025

🌸🌞 𝗛𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗼, 𝗦𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴! 🌞🌸

The wait is over—Spring has officially arrived! 🌷🐦 Longer days, blooming flowers, and fresh new beginnings are here. It's the perfect time to step outside, enjoy the sunshine, and embrace all the beauty this season brings!

At CAPCIL, we’re excited for the warmth, renewal, and growth that spring represents. Whether you're looking forward to gardening, outdoor adventures, or simply feeling the sunshine on your face, we hope this season brings you joy and inspiration!

🌿 **What’s your favorite thing about spring? Let us know in the comments!** 🌿

03/19/2025

🌟 𝗣𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿 𝗦𝗻𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴: 𝗙𝘂𝗲𝗹 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗥𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗪𝗮𝘆! 🌟

Snacking often gets a bad reputation, but when done right, it can be a game-changer for your energy, mood, and productivity! Choosing nutrient-rich snacks helps stabilize energy levels, curb cravings, and keep you feeling your best.

A study published in the journal 𝗡𝘂𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 found that healthy snacking can even boost workplace productivity and reduce fatigue! So, instead of reaching for processed snacks, try:
🥜 Nuts & seeds for protein and healthy fats
🍎 Fresh fruit for natural sweetness and fiber
🥕 Veggies with hummus for a satisfying crunch
🍶 Greek yogurt for a protein-packed pick-me-up

Small, smart choices add up! Check out this insightful article on 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵𝘆 𝗦𝗻𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴: 𝗧𝗶𝗽𝘀, 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 from The Wellness Blossom. https://wellnessblossom.org/2025/01/19/healthy-snacking-tips-insights-and-importance/

03/18/2025

CAPCIL is calling on community members to make a difference by volunteering, donating auction items, or sponsoring our annual Cheeseburger in Paradise fundraiser! Join us on Saturday, April 26, 2025, at the Lincoln Banquet Center in Lincoln, IL, for a night of fun, fundraising, and community impact.

News for Lincoln IL and Logan County IL

03/17/2025

🍀✨ 𝗛𝗮𝗽𝗽𝘆 𝗦𝘁. 𝗣𝗮𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗸’𝘀 𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗖𝗔𝗣𝗖𝗜𝗟! ✨🍀

May your day be filled with luck, laughter, and a little bit of Irish cheer! 💚 Today, we celebrate the spirit of community, kindness, and the joy of giving—values we hold close to our hearts every day.

Feeling lucky? 🍀 Share a little good fortune by spreading kindness, checking in on a neighbor, or supporting local programs that make a difference!

Wishing you a day filled with rainbows, shamrocks, and all the happiness in the world!🌈☘️

03/16/2025

📢 🚗🚀 CAPCIL’S VEHICLE & TECH AUCTION GOES LIVE TOMORROW 🚀🚗📢

We’re excited to announce that our Vehicle & Tech Auction officially opens TOMORROW at 8AM 🎉 Now’s your chance to bid on used vehicles, tech items, and more—all while supporting CAPCIL’s programs and services.

🔹 𝗕𝗶𝗱𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘀: Monday March 17th at 8am
🔹 𝗕𝗶𝗱𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗘𝗻𝗱𝘀: Friday March 28th at 5pm
🔹 𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗼 𝗕𝗶𝗱: https://vehicletech.givesmart.com
🔹𝗜𝘁𝗲𝗺𝘀 𝗔𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲: Vehicles, buses, smart phones, cargo trailers

Don’t miss out! Share this post and tag your friends who might be interested. Every bid helps us continue serving our community! ❤️

03/15/2025

🍔⏳ 𝗗𝗼𝗻'𝘁 𝗠𝗶𝘀𝘀 𝗢𝘂𝘁 – 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝗯 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗯𝘂𝗿𝗴𝗲𝗿 𝗕𝗲𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗧𝗵𝗲𝘆'𝗿𝗲 𝗚𝗼𝗻𝗲! ⏳🍔

We still have a few tables left for our Cheeseburger in Paradise event, and we want YOU to join the fun! 🌴🎶 Gather your friends, family, or coworkers and enjoy an evening of great food, live music, and community spirit – all while supporting CAPCIL’s mission!

📅 𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗲: April 26, 2025
📍 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Lincoln Banquet Center
🎟️ Reserve Your Table online or by emailing [email protected]. https://cheeseburger25.givesmart.com

Tables are selling fast, so don’t wait! Secure your spot today and be part of this unforgettable night.

03/14/2025

🚨 𝗨𝗥𝗚𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗡𝗢𝗧𝗜𝗖𝗘🚨

We are currently experiencing an emergency at the Logan 1 & 3 Head Start building. 𝗔𝗹𝗹 𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗿𝗲𝗻 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘀𝗮𝗳𝗲. However, we kindly ask parents to pick up their children as soon as possible.

Pick-up Location:
📍 **DMV – 2200 N. Kickapoo Street, Lincoln**

For the safety of everyone, we ask that the public please avoid the area around the Head Start building at this time.

Thank you for your cooperation and understanding. We will provide updates as needed.

03/14/2025

🥧🎉 𝗛𝗮𝗽𝗽𝘆 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗣𝗶 𝗗𝗮𝘆! 🎉🥧

March 14th (3.14) is a day to celebrate the mathematical constant π (pi) and all things circular—especially pie! 🥧 Whether you're a math whiz or just here for the sweet treats, today is the perfect excuse to enjoy a slice and appreciate the endless possibilities of π.

Tell us: What's your favorite kind of pie? Drop a 🍏🥧, 🫐🥧, or 🍫🥧 in the comments!

03/13/2025

🌟𝗖𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗡𝘂𝘁𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵 𝗮𝘁 𝗖𝗔𝗣𝗖𝗜𝗟’𝘀 𝗦𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗼𝗿 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗴𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗠𝗲𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀! 🍎🥗

March is National Nutrition Month, and there’s no better way to celebrate than by enjoying delicious, nutritious meals, great company, and fun activities at our Congregate Meal Sites in Lincoln! 🥦🍽️

📍 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀:
🏠 Logan Courts – 1028 N College St., Lincoln, IL
🏠 Friendship Manor – 925 Primm Rd., Lincoln, IL

👥 𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗨𝘀?
✅ Enjoy healthy, balanced meals prepared with seniors in mind!
✅ Meet new friends and socialize in a welcoming community setting.
✅ Participate in games, activities, and entertainment to keep your mind sharp and spirits high!
✅ No cost for seniors 60+ (donations appreciated, but no one is turned away).

📞 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗲 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁! Call CAPCIL at (217) 732-2159 for more information or to sign up.

Tag a friend who should join you for lunch this week! 🍽️💙

03/12/2025

Preview all auction items here: https://vehicletech.givesmart.com

News for Lincoln IL and Logan County IL

03/06/2025

🌴🍔 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗖𝗔𝗣𝗖𝗜𝗟’𝘀 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗯𝘂𝗿𝗴𝗲𝗿 𝗶𝗻 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗲 𝗙𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗿𝗮𝗶𝘀𝗲𝗿! 🍔🌴

We’re gearing up for our 𝗮𝗻𝗻𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗯𝘂𝗿𝗴𝗲𝗿 𝗶𝗻 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗲 𝗳𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗿𝗮𝗶𝘀𝗲𝗿, and we need YOUR support to make it a success! 🎉

🔹 𝗕𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗮𝗻 𝗔𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗼𝗿! 🔹
You can help in two ways:
✨ 𝗗𝗼𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗮𝗻 𝗮𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗺 – Showcase your business by contributing a unique product or service!
✨ 𝗠𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗮 𝗺𝗼𝗻𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗱𝗼𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 – Your donation will be used to purchase auction items from 𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝗺𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗯𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗲𝘀 in our service area!

🏆 𝗔𝗹𝗹 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗯𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗲𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗮 𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝘀𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗺𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗮 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗺𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀!

Your generosity helps CAPCIL continue its mission of empowering individuals and strengthening our communities. Let’s make a difference together! ❤️

📩 Interested? Email [email protected]

03/04/2025

🎭✨ 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗱𝗶 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝘀 𝗙𝘂𝗻 𝗮𝘁 𝗠𝗮𝘀𝗼𝗻 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝘆 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁! ✨🎭

Our amazing 𝗠𝗮𝘀𝗼𝗻 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝘆 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗿𝘀 brought the spirit of Mardi Gras to life during our staff theme day! 🎉💜💛💚 From festive masks to colorful beads, they embraced the fun while continuing to provide a nurturing and engaging learning environment for our little ones.

We are so grateful for our dedicated team who bring joy, creativity, and passion to the classroom every day! 💖 Drop a 🎭 or 💜 in the comments to show them some love!