New Lenox Fire and Muscular Dystrophy Association Join Forces in Annual Fill-the-Boot Drive

New Lenox Fire Protection District (NLFPD) firefighters will be hitting the streets later this week to support the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) with their Annual Boot Drive.

On Friday, July 8 from 3 to 6p.m., and Saturday, July 9 from 9 a.m. to 12p.m. NLFPD firefighters will be collecting money at the intersections of Francis Road and Cedar Road, as well as Nelson Road and Laraway Road.

“We’d love to see the residents of New Lenox and area communities join us in our campaign to fill the boot,” said NLFPD Chief Steve Engledow. “In the past we have been able to raise around $3,500 for the MDA and we hope to exceed that amount this year.”

All proceeds from the Fill the Boot program go directly to the families of MDA to help finance medical treatments and any physical therapy needs that are required for the individuals affected by the disease.