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Cheeseburger in Paradise is the social event of the
year and Community Action’s biggest fundraiser, consistently
generating an average of $25,000 annually. The 2022 event was a
record-breaking year generating more than $55,000. “This event is a
fun night for our community supporters to celebrate the agency’s
impact and success. This event also provides vital financial
resources each year that help us maintain program success, provide
crisis or emergency services, and helps us through challenging times
including funding delays. This event is the cornerstone of our
agency fundraising efforts.” Said Director of Agency Development,
Breann Titus.
Guests enjoy all you can eat cheeseburgers, yummy chicken wings, and
delicious drink specials all while listening to live music provided
by J Christopher “The World’s Most Dangerous One-Man Band”.
Sponsorships and tickets for Cheeseburger in Paradise sell quickly
and is always a sold-out event. The event also boasts a live
auction, virtual silent auction, Big Kahuna raffle, and 50/50.
Table sponsorships are available for purchase now on CAPCIL’s
website or by visiting the agency at 1800 5th Street in Lincoln.
The following sponsorships are available:
• Event Sponsor: Platinum level sponsorship, listed on all
marketing materials, up to 16 entry tickets, 4 complimentary
commemorative solo cups, and digital spotlights.
• The King Parrot: Gold level sponsorship, up to 16 entry
tickets, first to go through food line, 2 complimentary
commemorative solo cups
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• The Greater Flamingo:
Silver level sponsorship, 8 entry tickets, second to go through
food line, 8 complimentary Big Kahuna raffle tickets
• The Cloud Nine: Bronze level sponsorship, 4 entry
tickets
Auction items are also currently being accepted for the 2023
fundraiser.
All donors are publicly thanked on screen at the event and is
great exposure for donors’ products and services. Volunteers
will also be needed for the event and can select a time slot and
assignment on the sign-up sheet found on the website.
This event goes to support the poverty-fighting initiatives
provided by Community Action Partnership of Central Illinois who
serves over 7,000 individuals/families every year. It is the
mission of CAPCIL, in partnership with community stakeholders,
to empower low-income persons and other vulnerable populations
of all ages, through the creation and implementation of
poverty-fighting initiatives for those in crisis and those who
seek a life of lasting independence.
For additional information please visit CAPCIL’s website at
www.capcil.info, or by calling Breann Titus at 217-732-2159.
[Breann Titus
Director of Agency Development
Community Action Partnership of Central Illinois] |
