Love Thy Neighbor-Carmi, IL NFP

07/29/2026

We have another important update to share since our post on May 26, 2026, regarding the future of Love Thy Neighbor. After much prayer, discussion, and an earnest attempt to develop an alternative solution, the Board of Directors recently made the most difficult decision and voted to cease operation and will be formally filing for voluntary dissolution.
Again, we are deeply grateful for every volunteer, supporter, prayer, conversation, and encouraging word that helped carry this mission during the past year. We indeed remain thankful for the relationships built, the lives touched, and the reminder that compassion and neighborly love still exist in this world. We pray that the seeds planted through this effort continue to inspire kindness and service within our community for years to come.
With sincere gratitude,
The Love Thy Neighbor Team

05/26/2026

With heavy hearts, we want to share an important update regarding the future of Love Thy Neighbor.
Although no official vote has yet been made by the board, after much prayer, discussion, and reflection, we feel it is important to be transparent with the community that has supported and encouraged this mission from the beginning.
Over the past months, an incredible amount of time, energy, compassion, and hope has been poured into building a foundational framework for Love Thy Neighbor. What began as a simple desire to serve others grew into a vision filled with purpose, faith, and the belief that even small acts of kindness can change lives. We are deeply grateful for every volunteer, supporter, prayer, conversation, and encouraging word that helped carry this mission forward.
However, as we have continued to move deeper into the legal, financial, and organizational responsibilities required to properly establish and sustain a nonprofit organization, it has become clear that the weight of these obligations is greater than our small group is currently able to overcome responsibly and effectively.
This realization has not come lightly. It comes with disappointment, sadness, and many emotions, because the heart behind this mission has always been genuine. Our desire to help others has never changed.
While the future of Love Thy Neighbor remains uncertain at this time pending formal board action, we wanted to honor the community by sharing honestly where things stand. We believe transparency matters, especially when so many people have believed in and supported this vision.
No matter what direction lies ahead, we remain thankful for the relationships built, the lives touched, and the reminder that compassion and neighborly love still exist in this world. We pray that the seeds planted through this effort continue to inspire kindness and service within our community for years to come.
Thank you for believing in us, encouraging us, and walking alongside us through this journey.
With sincere gratitude,�The Love Thy Neighbor Team

04/10/2026

Thanks for being a top engager and making it on to my weekly engagement list! 🎉 Linda Johnson, Shirley Martin, Rene Hardy, Casandra Wilson, Vicki Harrelson

04/10/2026

Good morning, Carmi 💜

Today we want to take a moment to highlight someone who is constantly working behind the scenes to help others, Billy Brown.

Whether it’s showing up to install doors, help with projects, lend a trailor, or lend a hand wherever it’s needed, he does it without hesitation and without expecting anything in return.

So many people in our community are able to stay safe in their homes because of the time, effort, and heart he puts into this work.

We are so grateful for volunteers like Billy who remind us what it truly means to love your neighbor. 💜

If you see him out and about, make sure to tell him thank you, we sure are.

If you’ve ever thought about getting involved, we’d love to have more people like Billy join us. 💜

04/01/2026

Thanks for being a top engager and making it on to our weekly engagement list! 🎉 Anna Vaughan, Cindy Ridenour, Kimberly Rose

04/01/2026

Because something as simple as a wheelchair ramp… can give someone their independence back.

Ever wish you could help, but just don’t have the time?

Right now, we have two members of our community in need of wheelchair ramps—
something many of us may never think twice about, but for them, it’s the difference between being stuck… and being able to safely enter and leave their home.

We want to say yes.

We always want to say yes.

But at this moment, we simply don’t have the funds to make it happen.

That’s why this matters so much—

💛 Love Thy Neighbor – Carmi, IL now offers online donations.

Even if you can’t volunteer your time, you can still be part of changing someone’s daily life in a very real, very immediate way.

Every dollar given goes directly back into our community—helping meet needs just like this.
Because loving your neighbor isn’t always about showing up…

sometimes it’s about making sure someone else can.

Contributions or gifts to Love Thy Neighbor-Carmi, IL NFP are not deductible as charitable donations for federal income tax purposes. We are officially a nonprofit organization and will be applying for 501(c)3 tax exemption. If IRS approval is granted, donations may be retroactively deductible.

We are officially a nonprofit organization and will be applying for 501(c)3 tax exemption. Contributions or gifts to Love Thy Neighbor-Carmi, IL NFP are not deductible as charitable donations for federal income tax purposes. If IRS approval is granted, donations may be retroactively deductible.

03/27/2026

🎓 Need Volunteer Hours for College? We’ve got you. 👏

Love Thy Neighbor is looking for young volunteers ready to step up, give back, and build something meaningful (while earning those hours 👀).
Your time matters. Your impact matters. YOU matter. 💛

👉 Tag a student who needs volunteer hours!
👉 Parents—share this with your teens!
📩 Message us to join!

03/24/2026

🌿 Love Thy Neighbor – Volunteer Interest List 🌿

Over the past few weeks, we’ve seen so much kindness and heart in this community, and it’s been incredible. 💛

As we continue to grow, we’re starting to build a simple list of neighbors who would be willing to lend a hand from time to time.

This isn’t a commitment, just a way for us to know who we can reach out to when a need arises.

Ways you might help could include:
🔧 Small home repairs
🧹 Yard work or cleanup
📦 Lifting or moving items
💛 Checking in on a neighbor

✨ If you’d like to be added to our volunteer list:
👉 Comment “Interested” below
👉 Or send us a message

We’ll follow up privately with more details when opportunities come up.

Thank you for being the kind of community that shows up for one another.

03/21/2026

🌿 Saturday Reminder: Kindness Starts Close to Home 🌿

As we head into the weekend, here’s a simple reminder:
Sometimes the best way to strengthen a community is through the smallest acts. 💛

✔️ Check in on someone you haven’t seen in a while
✔️ Offer a helping hand—even if it’s just for a few minutes
✔️ Send a message, make a call, or stop by and say hello

Not every act of kindness has to be big or organized to make a difference.

At Love Thy Neighbor, we believe caring for one another starts right where you are.

✨ Let’s make this weekend a little brighter for someone.

If you see an opportunity to help—take it.

03/20/2026

🌷 Spring, a Season of Renewal & Community 🌷

As we welcome warmer days here in Carmi, it’s the perfect time to look around—not just at our homes, but at the people around us.

At Love Thy Neighbor, we believe small acts of care can make a big difference. Spring is a great time to:

🌼 Check in on an elderly neighbor
🔧 Notice small repairs that could become big problems
🧹 Help someone who may not be able to tackle spring cleanup alone
💛 Offer your time, skills, or simply a kind conversation

You never know what someone is going through—and sometimes the smallest gesture can mean everything.

✨ Call to Action:
Do you know someone in our community who could use a helping hand this season?
Or are you willing to lend one?

👉 Comment below, send us a message, or tag someone who deserves a little extra support.
Together, we can make sure no neighbor feels overlooked.