Hillcrest High School Raises Over $1K For Project Fire Buddies

Hillcrest High School recently hosted its highly anticipated annual Hoops & Heroes charity basketball game, an evening that brought together students, staff, local community members, and firefighters from Country Club Hills and Hazel Crest for a spirited night of basketball and generosity.

The event, held at the Hillcrest High School gymnasium, featured friendly competitions, music, food from local vendors, and a shared mission to give back. All proceeds from the evening—totaling over $1,000—were donated to Project Fire Buddies, a nonprofit organization that supports children battling serious illnesses by building bonds with local firefighters.

"Hillcrest High School extends a heartfelt thank you to all who attended and contributed—especially our brave firefighters from Country Club Hills and Hazel Crest," said Heather Castaneda, an event organizer. "Together, we continue to make a difference, one game at a time."

In addition to the fundraising success, the event fostered a sense of unity and purpose, reminding attendees of the power of community and compassion.

About Bremen High School District 228
Bremen High School District 228 is located in the southwest suburbs of Chicago and serves the communities of Midlothian, Posen, Tinley Park, Markham, Hazel Crest, Country Club Hills and Oak Forest. District 228 serves over 5,000 students and employs 800 full and part-time staff members. Bremen High School, in Midlothian, opened its doors to students in September of 1953. Since then, District 228 opened three additional schools. Tinley Park High School opened in 1961; Hillcrest High School, in Country Club Hills, opened in 1967; and Oak Forest High School opened in 1970. For more information, please visit https://www.bhsd228.com/