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D230 Foundation has sights set on March basketball with Final Event fundraiser and raffle

NCAA Semifinal basketball on big screens, unlimited food and drink, games and attractions

The District 230 Foundation will hold its second annual D230 Foundation Final Event on Saturday, April 2. With the NCAA semifinal basketball games on three big screens, unlimited food and drink, attractions and more, it is sure to be a great time. Tickets are just $35 per person in advance.

Doors at Elements Banquet at Homewood Suites (16245 South LaGrange Road, Orland Park) open at 4:30 p.m. and close after the second game.

“The event promises to be a fun evening with big screens covering the semifinal NCAA action,” said Final Event Chair Bob Keane. “We plan to build on the success of last year’s event that received rave reviews from our guests. In addition to unlimited drinks, a great buffet, the basketball games and the Super Raffle, we will have a silent auction this year.”

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The Super Raffle has exciting odds and prizes, and will be the highlight of the halftime during the second game. Only 1,500 Super Raffle tickets will be sold making the odds of winning 1 in 33. The top prize is $7,500 and $17,500 in cash prizes will be awarded. Raffle tickets are $25 each.

Event and raffle tickets are available at www.d230foundation.org, at the District 230 Administration Center (15100 S. 94th Avenue in Orland Park) or from any committee member. Committee members include Chair Bob Keane, Foundation President Ann Oliver, Tim Dalton, Tara Davis, Carla Erdey, Kaitlyn Evoy, Chriss Hassel, Jeanne Krapauskas, Susan Larson-Spencer, Tom Mahoney, Amy Manta, George Manta, Dave O’Connor, Mike Probasco, Kathy Reiser, Rakisha Sloane, Deana Soukup, and Patrick Zomparelli.

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Those interested in sponsoring the event or providing auction items can call Carla Erdey at 708-745-5222.

All proceeds support innovative learning at Sandburg, Stagg and Andrew High Schools through District 230 Foundation grants and special programs. The District 230 Foundation is an independent 501 (c) (3) nonprofit organization therefore contributions are tax deductible in accordance with the law.

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