A Cedar Grove native in Sheboygan County has received an award from the state for dedicating his life to helping others.
Lloyd Ter Matt was given the 2024 Hometown Hero Award for the 26th assembly district represented by Assemblyman Terry Katsma of Oostburg.
Over 40 years ago, Ter Matt began driving to the Milwaukee inner city with mattresses and propping them against a tree to watch neighbors immediately take them away.
Witnessing the great needs, Lloyd’s work grew, and for decades, he has been collecting beds, dressers, kitchen tables, chairs, cribs, and other items donated from individuals in Sheboygan County and delivered the items to families throughout Milwaukee.
Lloyd’s work has now become what’s known as the Trailer Ministry, where he and a group of dedicated men continue to pick up donations with a 14-foot cargo trailer and make furniture deliveries to those most in need in Milwaukee several times a week.
Katsma says although Lloyd doesn’t want to be recognized, he has quietly and steadfastly served others throughout his life.
His actions and life examples are a story worth telling and recognizing.
Ter Maat, his family, and over 50 local guests joined Representative Katsma at the Wisconsin State Capitol for a formal recognition and presentation of a legislative citation.
For more information about the Trailer Ministry, you can contact the First Reformed Church of Cedar Grove (920) 668-6261 ext. 103.
