Events

Events are the backbone of two of Shield 23 Foundation's Objectives: Fundraising and Awareness. We aim to engage in many ways, as evident by these prior Events: a Fall Social & Gift Basket Raffle; Restaurant Proceed Events; Third-party Fundraisers designating S23F as Beneficiary, and 50/50 Raffles. Presentations to Fire Departments and Unions;  Fire Service-related Conventions and Events; Info Tables & Media Interviews, and Community Events.

Then the year 2020 saw the arrival and impact of Covid-19. Like many NFPs our Fundraising efforts were severly affected. As we pivot and adapt to how to raise funds in the current climate, and plan our next Events, we do so with the knowledge that Firefighters/Paramedics don't rest, and unfortunately, neither does Cancer.

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Check back here often for announcements of upcoming Events and activities that we are either hosting or are grateful to be a part of!

Reminder that Members are notified in advance of all upcoming News, Events, Early Registration, etc. Consider becoming a member today!

Final 4 Fundraiser

Firehouse Grill 750 Chicago Ave, Evanston, Illinois

S23 Beneficiary Please join Evanston Firefighters Local #742, the Shield 23 Foundation and the music of Darryl Markette Music…††† for our Final 4 Fundraiser! This year, we are raising money […]

$50

Annual Charity Hockey Game

Top Shelf Ice Arena 6152 W. Grand Avenue, Gurnee, Illinois

Mark the calendar. April 27th is our annual charity hockey game versus Waukegan Firefighters IAFF Local 473. Come out and support Shield 23 Foundation Inc!

$10

Gurnee vs Waukegan Charity Hockey Game

S23 Beneficiary  ·  Mark the calendar. April 27th is our annual charity hockey game versus Waukegan Firefighters IAFF Local 473. Come out and support Shield 23 Foundation Inc!

Oswego Softball Tournament

Praire Point Community Park Softball Fields 4120 Plainfield Rd, Oswego, Illinois

Oswego Firefighters Local 4773 is hosting their 3rd Annual First Responder Softball Tournament on May 25 at Prairie Point Community Park. 16 Team double elimination Tournament. Food Trucks - 12 […]

Fire On Ice Charity Hockey Tournament

Mount Prospect Ice Arena 1501 Feehanville Dr, Mount Prospect, Illinois

S23F Beneficiary We're thrilled to share that Arlington Heights Firefighters L-3105 and Des Plaines Professional Firefighters Association IAFF Local 4211 are joining forces to host our inaugural firefighter hockey tournament at Mt. Prospect Ice Arena! This exciting event isn't just about hitting the ice – it's about coming together to make a difference in our community. That's why proceeds […]

Gurnee Days Car, Truck and Motorcycle Show

Car, Truck, & Motorcycle Show, Registration, starts at 8am!! Preregistration available till August 2, 2024 - $12Day of registration $15 STARTS at 8 am First 100 registered will receive Dash Plaque & T-Shirt North Shore Rods Inc is a not-for-profit car club. All proceeds of this show will be donated to Shield 23 Foundation & […]