Altrusa Club Will Draw Restaurant Gift Cards November 18
The Altrusa International Club of Galesburg will host a raffle for restaurant gift cards to fund local service projects.
Updated on Oct. 14, 2026 in Philanthropy
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On November 18, 2026, the Altrusa International Club of Galesburg will conduct a drawing featuring a total prize pool of over $800 in gift cards. Proceeds from this event support the organization's annual scholarship program and various monthly service projects.
Why it matters
The raffle serves as a primary fundraising initiative to sustain community services and scholarships managed by the local chapter. Community participation directly dictates the scope of the projects and academic support provided by the organization throughout the coming year.
The prize pool features over $800 in restaurant gift cards across 22 establishments, with individual card values ranging from $20 to $75. Tickets are available for $10 individually or in a three-pack for $20.
The players
Altrusa International Club of Galesburg
This is a local service organization that focuses on community betterment through scholarships and service projects.
Allegra Printing
This company provided donated services for the printing of the raffle tickets.
Thrivent
This financial organization serves as a physical site located at 451 N. Henderson St. for ticket purchases.
The details
Participants can purchase tickets in person at Thrivent at 451 N. Henderson St. or by contacting club members via Facebook message or email. The organization will notify the winner by telephone but will not announce the result on Facebook.
Timeline
October 14, 2026: Club members appeared on Galesburg's Morning News.
November 18, 2026: The club holds the Galesburg Eats drawing.
Market Landscape
This fundraiser follows the established pattern of local civic organizations utilizing raffles to source funds for community-based philanthropy. Such initiatives allow small non-profits to maintain consistent service project funding without relying on large-scale corporate grants.
Residents can contribute to local scholarship and service funds by purchasing tickets for a chance to win restaurant gift cards. The raffle provides a direct way for community members to support local dining establishments while funding neighborhood service projects.
The takeaway
Participating in local organization raffles helps sustain community-led services that might otherwise lack reliable funding. Residents looking to support these initiatives should verify the official purchase channels to ensure their contributions reach the intended non-profit.
Further reading
For more information on regional charitable initiatives, visit the Philanthropy section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by WGIL 93.7 FM - 1400 AM.
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