Fundraiser news
Rich Goberville, a songwriter and a longtime Joliet Central High School physics teacher, said approximately 20 people helped create the companion music video – including Joliet Central alumni.
Tickets are still available for the 2024 “Brats Bourbon, and Brews” will be held Tuesday, Oct. 22 at the Jacob Henry Mansion in Joliet. Proceeds help two organizations that serve veterans.
More than 30 amateur, professional and commercial cooks will serve samples of their appetizers, entrees, side dishes or desserts for attendees to judge at the event in Joliet.
A full information catalog of the art being auctioned is available at the Oregon Public library
Proceeds from the fundraiser will benefit the gallery’s upcoming arts programs, classes, class instructors and operations.
Minooka Community High School and Plainfield Central High School girls volleyball teams are hoping to score a lot of points on Tuesday, Oct. 15 to benefit Shorewood HUGS.
The Gardner Lions Club will be holding a pancake breakfast at the American Legion in October.
From school fundraisers to large regional events, fall is the time for craft fairs in all sizes across Will County. Here are some upcoming shows.
The Nightmare On High Street 3K Run/Walk encourages runners to dress in their favorite Halloween costume as they stalk the streets. A costume contest will take place at 9 a.m. followed by the start of the race at Genesee and High streets.
The walk will begin at 9 a.m. at the Larson Shelter in Centennial Park, with registration beginning at 8:15.
Dixon Elks No. 779 is holding a chili cook-off to help children access medical assistance.
The raffle runs through Saturday, Dec. 7, with all proceeds and donations being used to support several community projects in Polo, including new dugouts at the Millard Deuth Westside Park, 700 W. North St.
Proceeds from the New Lenox Area Historical Society’s annual fall feast benefit the preservation of Schmuhl School and its ongoing student programs.
Watts of Love's 1,000 Miles for 1,000 Lights fundraiser raises money to bring lights to impoverished nations
The breakfast will be from 7-11 a.m.
Wish Upon a Star will let the gourd times roll at noon Saturday with its The 5th Annual ‘Spooktacular’ Jack-O-Lantern Derby at the Croatian Cultural Club, 1503 Clement St. in Joliet. Admission is free. Races begin at 2 p.m.
The Dixon Knights of Columbus Council 690 will host its monthly breakfast from 7:30 to 10:30 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 29, at KayCee Hall, 506 W. Third St.
Great Lakes Credit Union, a not-for-profit financial cooperative headquartered in northern Illinois, continued its community outreach efforts by hosting an end of summer celebration event at its Crystal Lake branch on Sept. 7.
Downers Grove North High School senior Taylor Florey is battling bone cancer in her knee, and GoFundMe account has been set up to help pay her medical costs.
The Joliet university's radio station, WCSF-FM 88.7, is currently collecting donations of used and collectible music and memorability for its music rummage sale in November.
The Fraternal Order of Eagles and the Morris Lions Club joining together to host the first draw down fundraiser event for the Pete Muffler Scholarship Fund from 5 to 9 p.m. on Saturday.
Kane County will feature a variety of fundraisers and fall events, including the Seventh Annual “Include Me” Gala, BatFest and more.
Kendall County will feature several exciting events, including a fairgrounds Fall Fest, a fundraising concert, Hispanic Heritage Night and more.
Five local McDonald’s restaurants in Dixon, Oregon, Rock Falls, Morrison and Sterling will participate in a fundraiser Wednesday, Sept. 18, supporting The Penguin Project of Sauk Valley.
Spooky Night Out on Sept. 14 is hosted by the Lockport Woman’s Club to benefit local charities.
Acclaimed scientist, innovator Dieter Gruen will speak Saturday at the Downers Grove Public Library fundraiser
Highlights of Fiesta en el Bicentennial Park include local artists, diverse food vendors and unique shops
The weekend also marks the Education Foundation of Downers Grove Grade School District 58′s 11th annual Oktoberfest, the foundation’s largest fundraiser.
Bryan Monk and four friends, including fully geared-up Dixon firefighter Sean Wagner, walked up and down 2,200 steps at Castle Rock State Park in Oregon on Wednesday to honor the New York firefighters who died in the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center.
Alongside the 15th annual Jalopy Fest, Kendall County will feature the Widows Harvest music festival; a unique fundraiser open to women; and other activities.
This Joliet women’s organization began in 1889 when eight women assisted local residents with confidential financial assistance after they “experienced tragic events."
The year's Rotary Club of Joliet’s campaign kicks off Sept. 17. The past year's grant recipients were the Belmont Little League and the Alano Club, both in Joliet.
The Lockport Township High School 205 Foundation has announced the third annual Taste of Lockport event will be held Saturday, Sept. 21.
This indoor garage sale is for families who want to get rid of their gently used kids’ clothing (sizes depend on vendors, but usually newborn through grade school), maternity clothing, children’s books, games, toys, DVDs and/or children’s furniture.
For the third year in a row, Mickey Finn’s Brewery is hosting an outdoor cookout and concert to raise funds for the United Service Organizations (USO).
The Red Roses, a Chicago-based band that performs alternative and indie hits, will perform Friday evening at the Joliet Area Historical Museum as part of the Rooftop Music Series.
A bike ride fundraiser and a Fall Black Crow Festival are among several autumn events coming up in Kane County.
The Joliet Township High Schools Boosters’ 18th annual golf outing will begin at 8 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 8, at Inwood Golf Course.
The Oregon United Methodist Church will hold its annual white elephant sale from Oct. 5-7 over the Autumn On Parade weekend.
A rock lineup launches the RISE Up Music Festival in McHenry, running Sept. 12 to 14, capped by two nights of country music stars.
The Joliet American Legion Band, along with Joliet Township High School Orchestra & Central Band, will perform Thursday at the 2024 season finale of "Concerts on the Hill."
Join UPM Raflactac, Al Morrison Baseball and Dixon-area businesses for a charity softball tournament benefitting Al Morrison Baseball and the Dixon Public Schools’ extracurricular activities fund.
Save-A-Pet is once again hosting its annual Fall Mum Sale, which kicked off Aug. 15, with online orders being taken through noon Sept. 6.
The United Way of Whiteside County invites community members to join in celebrating local impact and kicking off this year’s fundraising campaign at the annual Campaign celebration and luncheon.
Proceeds will go to local charities.
The Dixon Knights of Columbus Council 690 will host its monthly breakfast from 7:30-10:30 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 25, at KayCee Hall, 506 W. Third St.
Tournament of Roses president Ed Morales will visit the Lincoln-Way community this weekend and tour all three high schools - Lincoln-Way East, Lincoln-Way Central and Lincoln-Way West.
The Bureau Valley community is rallying in support of Storm volleyball coach and alum Saige Barnett and her fiance, Hunter Oleson, who lost their Hoopole house to a fire on Sunday.
Steps for Strays is hosted by Granny Rose Animal Shelter and will feature a walk through the trails of Lowell Park, face painting, an owner-dog look-a-like contest, a best trick contest, informational tables from local pet-based businesses and more.
Texas Roadhouse in Joliet will team up with Joliet police to raise money for Special Olympics Illinois on Monday.