Westmont, Illinois -- Date Issued: July 26, 2023
The Westmont Police Department, partnering with local business Docu-Shred Inc., will co-host a paper shredding event to benefit Special Olympics Illinois. The event is scheduled for Saturday, October 21, 2023, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Westmont Police-Fire Facility at 500 N. Cass Avenue.
The Westmont Police Department is asking for a donation of $10.00 per box or container of paper. Participants are asked to remove all plastic and metal items, including paper clips, from all paper before shredding. Special Olympics merchandise will also be available for purchase at this event. Debit, credit, check, and cash will be accepted for all purchases and donations.
This will be a no-contact, drive-up paper shredding fundraiser. This event provides citizens with an opportunity to safeguard their personal information, which aids in the prevention of identity theft.
The Westmont Police Department thanks Docu-Shred Inc. for their continued support of this event and Special Olympics Illinois. For more information regarding Special Olympics Illinois and this fundraiser, please contact Sergeant Mike Weibler at mweibler@westmont.il.gov.
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