St. Bede Academy has entered a partnership with Hawk Auto Group to support local families facing food insecurity across the Illinois Valley, the academy announced Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2026. (Photo provided by Goldie Rapp)St. Bede Academy has entered a partnership with Hawk Auto Group to support local families facing food insecurity across the Illinois Valley. For every five food items collected, Hawk Auto Group will donate $5 to the food drive, with a goal of collecting 1,000 items, resulting in a $1,000 donation. “My family has lived in Peru our entire lives, and both of my children attended St. Bede Academy. Donations may be dropped off at St. Bede Academy or at participating Hawk Auto Group locations.