Growing up in Benton and Southern Illinois it is impossible to not come into contact with those in need.

As I moved through high school, I felt more and more compelled to step out and try and help alleviate those problems. So, I began to help using the only currency I had at the time – baseball cards.

Now for much of the past 15 years, I have been selling my personal collection of sports cards and memorabilia to fund various “social” activities in the Benton community and beyond.​

Can's Can work to ensure that all kids and teachers in Southern Illinois have the tools and materials necessary to succeed both in the classroom and in life.