Effingham, IL – July 30, 2026 — The Effingham County Chamber has recognized LeAnn’s Light as its Non-Profit of the Quarter and Eco-Trim 217 as its Business of the Quarter, highlighting two Chamber members making a positive impact throughout Effingham County and the surrounding area.
LeAnn’s Light was created in memory of LeAnn Schroeder Hardiek and continues her legacy of helping others by supporting families affected by cancer. The organization provides gift cards and other assistance to children whose parents or siblings are battling the disease, helping families with some of the everyday needs that can become more difficult during treatment.
Through the generosity of donors, volunteers and community supporters, LeAnn’s Light continues to provide meaningful assistance while honoring LeAnn’s desire to give back and help others.
Learn more about LeAnn’s Light and ways to support its mission at leannslight.com.
Based in Effingham, Eco-Trim 217 provides professional tree care and landscaping services to customers throughout the region. Since its founding in 2012, the company has continued to grow its services while maintaining a focus on quality work, safety, and customer service.
Eco-Trim 217 offers tree trimming and removal, stump grinding, landscaping, firewood and other outdoor services for residential and commercial customers.
In addition to serving its customers, Eco-Trim 217 remains connected to the local community and continues to invest in the area it calls home.
Learn more about Eco-Trim 217 and its services at ecotrim217.com.
The Effingham County Chamber’s quarterly recognition program highlights Chamber members whose work, service and involvement contribute to the strength of the local business community.
Community members are encouraged to nominate a deserving Chamber member for a future Business of the Quarter or Non-Profit of the Quarter recognition. Nominations may be submitted at effinghamcountychamber.com/business-of-the-quarter/.
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Non-Profit LeAnn’s Light Pictured (back row left to right): Chamber Ambassador Clint Holkenbrink (Wabash Communications Co-Op), Chamber President & CEO Katie Koester, Jim Schroeder, Chamber Ambassador Layna Bond (Bond & Associates-American Family Insurance), Chamber Membership Director Becky Brown, and Chamber Operations Assistant Jenny Shelley
Non-Profit LeAnn’s Light Pictured (front row left to right): Courtney Yockey (Effingham Regional Growth Alliance), Chamber Ambassador Tonya Siner (Premier Broadcasting), Kathy Schroeder, Windy Westfall, Chamber Ambassador + Membership Committee Debbie Womack (First National Bank of Waterloo), and Chamber Membership Committee Allison Siner (Dieterich Bank)
Business Eco-Trim 217 Pictured: Clay Thomas, Riley Nation, Landon Kiley, Anthony Munoz, Kristin Fleming, Owner Ben Goeckner, Chamber Ambassador Russ Runde (Dieterich Bank), Chamber Ambassador + Membership Committee Debbie Womack (First National Bank of Waterloo), Chamber Ambassadors Steve Will (Dieterich Bank) & Tonya Siner (Premier Broadcasting), Chamber President & CEO Katie Koester, and Chamber Membership Committee Allison Siner (Dieterich Bank)
About the Effingham County Chamber
Founded in 1917, the Effingham County Chamber has been a leader in supporting business growth and community progress for more than a century. Today, the Chamber continues to champion local success through advocacy, professional development, and initiatives that strengthen Effingham County’s economy. To learn more about Chamber membership, visit EffinghamCountyChamber.com or call (217) 342-4147.