(KFVS) - Ameren Illinois will be collecting old, energy guzzling refrigerators and freezers from residents.

Those getting rid of their appliances will be eligible to receive $50, save $150 or more a year and have a chance to win a $2,000 shopping spree.

To be eligible for the $2,000 shopping spree, eligible refrigerators and freezers must be picked up by ActOnEnergy no later than March 31. The $2,000 prize will allow the winner to purchase one or more Energy Star certified appliances of the winner’s choice.

When residential customers schedule a free pickup of an eligible refrigerator or freezer, ActOnEnergy will make certain that old unit is given new life.

MARION, IL (KFVS) - The Fowler-Bonan Foundation received a $1,000 check from a Marion company in support of its "Clothes for Kids" program.

The Fowler-Bonan Foundation provides new clothing and shoes for underprivileged school children throughout southern Illinois.

“Aisin is proud to be a part of the Southern Illinois community and strives to be a good corporate citizen," said Aisin Mfg. Illinois president Fumihiko Sugiura. "In doing so, we are pleased to support activities like the Fowler-Bonan Foundation. We hope this will help children in need.”

The foundation annually helps more than 300 children in 11 southern Illinois counties.

“We are honored to receive this support from Aisin-Illinois,” foundation board chairman Dale Fowler said.  “We are thankful that Mr. Sugiura and all the fine folks at Aisin Mfg. Illinois, LLC deemed our charitable mission worthy of their support.”