One Hope United Hudelson held their annual meeting on Nov. 5 at the Four Points Sheraton in Fairview Heights,IL. The regular board meeting was held at 10:00 a.m., and the Annual Meeting started at 12:00p.m. with a buffet luncheon.  After the business meeting, William Hudelson Community Partnership awards were presented (by the staff member who nominated them) to individuals and organizations who support OHU throughout the Hudelson Region.  President/CEO Bill Gillis, Executive Director Pat Griffith and Board Member Bill Beck also gave remarks during the meeting.

Dan Hamment, Cathy Turner, Board Member Wayne Turner, Board Member Linda Schneider

Bill Beck

Bill Gillis

William Hudelson Community Partnership award winners: left to right – Kim Peek, University of Illinois; Patty Brough & Tina Suarez, Business and Professional Women of Centralia; Joyce Porter, Centralia Public Library; Mike Miller, Character’s Bookstore

Buffet line