Toys For Tots 2023 Reindeer Open

CANCELED!

Unfortunately, due to low sign ups, the 2023 Reindeer Golf Outing has been cancelled. Please visit Toys for Tots of McLean County here for the official announcement.

Join us for the 2023 Reindeer Open to benefit Toys for Tots of McLean County!

Monday, August 28th at El Paso Golf Club

Sign-In 10am, Shotgun Start 11am

$500 per team, or $125 per player. (Includes green fees, cart & lunch.)

You can find sign up forms for the event HERE, or email [email protected] for more details.

Blogs

Labor Day – Expanding voting rights for all

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Is federal mobilization the answer?

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In these troubled times, to my fellow white Americans

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Workers’ Memorial Day – Remember those whose job took their life

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