Come join us for our 18th Annual Bowl-a-thon!
This is our major fundraising event that supports the WGD job training program for individuals with disabilities.
Come and help us change people’s lives!
Bowling! Grand Raffle! Silent Auction! Raffle! Food! Fun! And more!
Space is limited! Once all slots are full, we will not be able to add more lanes.
Register early – in 2024 we sold out!
WHEN:
Sunday, February 23, 2025
Check-In: 12:00 – 1:00 PM
Bowling: 1:00 – 3:15 PM
Raffles: 3:15 – 4:00 PM
WHERE:
Parkside Lanes
34W185 Montgomery Rd, Aurora, IL 60504
(630) 898-5678
Bowler Registration:
When registering to bowl, you can join an existing team or select “Please assign me to a team!” to have us add you to a team in need of bowlers. Maximum capacity is 7 bowlers per lane – if needed, bowlers may be added to your lane if space is available.
Bowler Registration Fee:
- $45 per bowler
- $315 for full team of seven bowlers
All bowlers receive t-shirt, bowling, shoe rental, pizza, pop and goodie bag! All bowlers are encouraged to help raise additional funds to support this event.
RAFFLE:
Grand Raffle Tickets Available for Sale!
Tickets $10 each or 6 for $50. You choose the prize you would like to win.
PRIZES ARE:
$500 Gift Card for Southwest Airllines
15″ Skylight Digital Calendar
Nintendo Switch ($350 value)
Go to the DONATE PAGE for instructions on purchasing and selecting your prize(s).
But you don’t have to bowl to attend – everyone is welcome!
2 days until 02/23/2025
Last Bowlathon Raised: $27,000.00
$35,000.00 Goal / Current donations $15,064.00
To donate on behalf of a team or bowler, please click on a name below
There are no teams in this session
Sponsorship
of $600.00
by:
Ben Hum
Sponsorship of $500 Southwest Giftcard
Sponsorship
of $80.00
by:
Chicago White Sox
Sponsorship
of $500.00
by:
Wines for Humanity
Sponsorship
of $72.00
by:
Navy Pier
Sponsorship
of $45.00
by:
Bark
Sponsorship
of $25.00
by:
Oriental Trading
Sponsorship
of $140.00
by:
Chicago Stars FC
Sponsorship
of $60.00
by:
Anyway's
Sponsorship
of $100.00
by:
Ravinia
Sponsorship
of $56.00
by:
Chicago Wolves Hockey
Sponsorship
of $1000.00
by:
Kathleen Weinstein Photography
Sponsorship
of $70.00
by:
Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers
Sponsorship
of $50.00
by:
Top Golf
Sponsorship
of $60.00
by:
Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurants
Sponsorship
of $150.00
by:
dine|amic hospitality
Sponsorship
of $175.00
by:
Morton Arboretum
Sponsorship
of $40.00
by:
Classic Cinemas
Sponsorship
of $120.00
by:
Chicago Architecture Center
Sponsorship
of $129.00
by:
Elements of Massage
Sponsorship
of $50.00
by:
Hawthorne's Backyard
Sponsorship
of $100.00
by:
Lynfred Winery
Sponsorship
of $60.00
by:
Batavia Park District
Sponsorship
of $80.00
by:
Schaumburg Boomers
Sponsorship
of $70.00
by:
Enchanted Castle/Haunted Trails
Sponsorship
of $30.00
by:
Town House Books & Cafe
Sponsorship
of $40.00
by:
Wheaton Meat Company
Sponsorship
of $56.00
by:
Theatre of Western Springs
Sponsorship
of $20.00
by:
Kimmers Ice Cream
Sponsorship
of $66.00
by:
Go Ape Zipline & Adventure Park
Sponsorship
of $174.00
by:
The Village Links of Glen Ellyn
Sponsorship
of $50.00
by:
Gianorio's Pizza
Sponsorship
of $170.00
by:
House of Graphics
Sponsorship
of $98.00
by:
Perry's Steakhouse & Grille
Sponsorship
of $148.00
by:
UPS Danada
Sponsorship
of $30.00
by:
Egg Harbor Cafe
Sponsorship
of $100.00
by:
Whiskey Acres Distilling Co.
Sponsorship
of $146.00
by:
Marriott Theatre
Sponsorship
of $25.00
by:
Vai's Italian Inspired Kitchen
Sponsorship
of $250.00
by:
Hinsdale Nurseries, Inc.
Sponsorship
of $75.00
by:
Walsh's Bar and Grill
Sponsorship
of $356.00
by:
Arrowhead Golf Course
Sponsorship
of $50.00
by:
Tasting De Vine
Sponsorship
of $100.00
by:
Doodlebug Worshop
Sponsorship
of $100.00
by:
Western DuPage Special Recreation Association
Sponsorship
of $60.00
by:
Ziegfield Troy Golf
Sponsorship
of $1200.00
by:
Krope & Son Heating and Cooling Inc
Sponsorship
of $170.00
by:
Paramount Theatre
Sponsorship
of $600.00
by:
Dollar and Sense Booking Inc.
Sponsorship
of $150.00
by:
Gorjana Jewelry
Sponsorship
of $25.00
by:
Adelle's Fine American Fare
Sponsorship
of $120.00
by:
Chicago Botanic Garden
Sponsorship
of $140.00
by:
McAninch Arts Center
Sponsorship
of $34.00
by:
Colonial Cafe
Sponsorship
of $75.00
by:
Costco
Sponsorship
of $65.00
by:
I Have a Bean
Sponsorship
of $60.00
by:
Tasting deVine Cellars
Sponsorship
of $180.00
by:
Zanies
Sponsorship
of $200.00
by:
DuPage Art League
Sponsorship
of $150.00
by:
Revolution Brewing
Sponsorship Opportunities
Event Sponsor
Includes Benefits Listed Below:- Six bowlers
- Special signage
- Program
- Social Media
- Treats on the lane
Supporting Sponsor
Includes Benefits Listed Below:- Four bowlers
- Special signage
- Program
- Social media
- Treats for the four bowlers
Specialty Sponsor
This level can support purchase of t-shirts, grand raffle airfare, printing, etc. and includes the benefits listed below:- Two bowlers
- Special signage
- Program
- Social media
- Treats for the two bowlers
Lane Sponsor
Includes Benefits Listed Below:- Special signage on the lane
- Program
- Social media
- (no bowlers included)
Bowler Sponsor
Includes Benefits Listed Below:- Recognition signage and program
About We Grow Dreams, Inc.
A dream in the minds of a small group of parents and the determination to make the dream a reality is behind the We Grow Dreams Greenhouse & Garden Center in West Chicago, IL. We Grow Dreams, Inc., founded in December 2004, is a not-for-profit 501 (c)(3) corporation.
This dream is being realized by providing job training and employment opportunities for young adults with disabilities. The founders recognized the lack of employment opportunities for people with disabilities and came together to creatively address this need. A greenhouse was identified as a labor-intensive business, something necessary for a dynamic job vocational training ground. Individuals with disabilities were envisioned working with volunteers and greenhouse employees, learning the business and developing a variety of work skills. This vision became the support model for the venture.
The individuals with disabilities that receive vocational training are referred to as Team Members at the greenhouse. Since its inception, over 175 Team Members and their families have participated in the program, coming from Wheaton, Warrenville, Naperville, Glen Ellyn, Elgin, Batavia, Aurora, St. Charles, Downers Grove and West Chicago. Volunteers, including a strong Master Gardener group, come from several counties to assist with work projects, education, crafts and general support and socialization.
We Grow Dreams Greenhouse & Garden Center is a year-round business supplying a wide variety of premium quality plants and gardening accessories for retail and wholesale buyers.
Our Mission
To provide people with disabilities the opportunity to lead fulfilling lives and to train and work in a supportive, safe and caring environment while producing and providing products and services to the community.
To learn more visit our website
www.wegrowdreams.org
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