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!
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25th Annual First Responders Expo & Rods for Remembrance Car Show
May 18 @ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
25th Annual First Responders Expo
Date: Saturday, May 18, 10 AM – 3 PM
Location: Gurnee Mills parking lot (Lot E), 6170 W Grand Ave, Gurnee, IL 60031
Highlights: Over 45 police and fire departments, safety activities, food trucks, and live demonstrations. Plus, take a private tour of the Tunnel to Towers 9/11 Never Forget Mobile Exhibit led by 9/11 New York firefighters.
Rods for Remembrance Car Show
Date: Sunday, May 19, 12 PM – 5 PM
Location: Gurnee Mills parking lot (Lot E), 6170 W Grand Ave, Gurnee, IL 60031
Highlights: Registration starts at 10 AM, featuring 18 judged classes, 1st-3rd place trophies, two specialty trophies, and one Best in Show award. The first 100 registrants will receive a swag bag and a dash plaque. The Tunnel to Towers 9/11 Never Forget Mobile Exhibit will be on display with tours available.
Cost of Registration: $15 per vehicle
Proceeds: All proceeds will benefit the Tunnel to Towers Foundation.
Make sure to join us for a weekend of community support, family-friendly fun, and remembrance. Let’s honor our first responders together!
