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.
thank you.
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!
Beer Release
February 21 @ 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Cheers to new beers – and to celebrating our hometown heroes!
What happens when local firefighters team up with a craft brewery for a great cause? Join us and find out at a special event celebrating the 2026 release of Ladder Lager!
This specially brewed pilsner will support the work of Shield 23 Foundation, a nonprofit that raises funds for and gifts funds to firefighters who are battling cancer and the families who stand beside them.
Admission is free. Shield 23 Foundation volunteers will be on site throughout the event selling merch and split-the-pot 50/50 tickets. Proceeds from Ladder Lager sales will also benefit Shield 23 Foundation.
When: Saturday, February 21 from 2- 6 pm
Where: Imperial Oak Brewery, 501 Willow Boulevard in Willow Springs, IL
