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United Way of Central Illinois' John Kelker | Community Voices

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United Way of Central Illinois
John Kelker

John Kelker, president and chief professional officer of the United Way of Central Illinois, joins Bea Bonner to explain the scope of the organization's community service. 

Originally aired May 10, 2021.

John Kelker started with the United Way in 1996. He previously was with Big Brother Big Sisters of Morgan County and Tri-County Counselling and Human Services. Orginally from Wheaton he is a graduate of MacMurray College.

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Beatrice is the Community Voices Editor for NPR Illinois. Reach Bea at communityvoices@nprillinois.org.
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