Come join us for our 19th 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 – this event can sell out fast!
WHEN:
Sunday, February 22, 2026
Check-In: 12:00 – 1:00 PM
Bowling: 1:00 – 3:15 PM
Raffles: 3:15 – 4:00 PM
Bowling time will begin around 1:00 and run for about 2 hours. Some teams may bowl more than 2 games, depending on number of bowlers and speed of bowlers.
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. CREATE A TEAM or REGISTER TO BOWL.
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. After you are registered to bowl and assigned to a team, PAY YOUR BOWLER REGISTRATION FEES.
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
Cooler cart filled with assorted beverages and supplies ($225 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!
23 days until 02/22/2026
Last Bowlathon Raised: $28,000.00
$35,000.00 Goal / Current donations $7,346.00
To donate on behalf of a team or bowler, please click on a name below
There are no teams in this session
Sponsorship
of $250.00
by:
In Memory of my Mom, Robin Di Iorio, the founder of "The Green End Goes Up"
Sponsorship
of $250.00
by:
Wines for Humanity
Wine Tasting for 14-18 people in person or virtual
Sponsorship
of $72.00
by:
Navy Pier
4 tickets for Centennial Wheel
Sponsorship
of $40.00
by:
Blackberry Market
Cinnamon Roll Punch Card for 10 rolls
Sponsorship
of $120.00
by:
Chicago Field Museum
4 General Admission Passes
Sponsorship
of $50.00
by:
Hawthorne's Backyard
2 $25 giftcards
Sponsorship
of $50.00
by:
Sporty's Restaurant & Catering
Two $25 gift cards
Sponsorship
of $75.00
by:
Walsh's Bar & Grill
Two dining certificates
Sponsorship
of $300.00
by:
Zanies Rosemont
10 tickets
Sponsorship
of $50.00
by:
Tasting De Vine
Wine tasting for 4
Sponsorship
of $70.00
by:
Enchanted Castle/Haunted Trails
Fun Fest of pizza, pop and game play
Sponsorship
of $75.00
by:
Town House Books & Cafe
$75 for books or dining
Sponsorship
of $40.00
by:
Wheaton Meat Company
Certificate for 2 1" boneless ribeye steaks
Sponsorship
of $165.00
by:
House of Graphics
Printing donation
Sponsorship
of $200.00
by:
Marriott Theatre Mainstage
Two tickets for MainStage show - expires 12/18/26
Sponsorship
of $175.00
by:
Village Links Glen Ellyn
Golf for 2 with cart - some restrictions apply
Sponsorship
of $60.00
by:
Kane County Cougars
Four reserved seat tickets for regular season game
Sponsorship
of $50.00
by:
Lou Malnattis
Two $25 gift certificates
Sponsorship
of $200.00
by:
Chicago White Sox
Four lower level tickets - valid 3/25-5/31
Sponsorship
of $118.00
by:
Perry's Steakhouse & Grille
Two Sunday Supper Special gift cards
Sponsorship
of $45.00
by:
Bark!
One month subscription to Bark Box - choice of box type
Sponsorship
of $250.00
by:
Dollar and Sense Bookkeeping
Sponsorship
of $100.00
by:
Lynfred Wineries
Wine tasting for 6
Sponsorship
of $60.00
by:
The Theatre of Western Springs
Two tickets for adult or children production
Sponsorship
of $43.00
by:
Stockholm's Restaurant and Brewery
$25 dining certificate and Growler and certificate for fill
Sponsorship
of $500.00
by:
Bolingbrook Golf Club
Foursome golf with carts and complimentary range balls
Sponsorship Opportunities
Donation Deadline: February 9, 2026
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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