For 10 years in a row, Community Living, Inc.’s (CLI) Big Kahuna Bartender Challenge (CLI) has been one of the biggest summer fundraising parties in St. Charles County. This year, the event is changing seasons, but the party will be bigger and better than ever, as individual bartenders and bartending teams join forces in the Big Kahuna “Raise the Bar” Challenge to generate $13,000 for Community Living. Area residents are invited to join the festivities, which will take place Thursday, January 23, at Side Pockets, located at 1439 Bass Pro Dr. in St. Charles.
The event will kick off with a VIP hour starting at 5 p.m. For $20, VIPs will receive admission into the event, a beverage ticket, appetizers, reserved seating and more. Following the VIP hour, volunteer teams and individuals will work to collectively raise $13,000, with all proceeds, including tips and the $5 cover charge, benefiting Community Living’s life-enriching programs and services for people with disabilities in St. Charles County. The party will continue until 9 p.m., when the top fundraising team and top performing individual will be recognized.
“The evening gives individuals the opportunity to party with friends, while supporting a great cause,” said Barbara James, Annual Giving Coordinator for Community Living. “There will be games and activities along with great food and drinks. We are asking party-goers to grab their Hawaiian attire, snow boots and wallets to help us ‘Raise the Bar’ for individuals with disabilities in St. Charles County.”
Those interested in learning more about CLI’s Big Kahuna “Raising the Bar” Challenge, becoming a fundraiser, joining a fundraising team, purchasing a VIP ticket or making a donation can call (636) 970-2800 or visit www.cliservices.org.
About Community Living
Enriching the lives of people with disabilities. This mission has guided Community Living to be a premier provider of programs and services for people with disabilities in St. Charles County. Our agency’s mission and programs reach over 900 individuals and their families. From children to seniors, Community Living provides people with disabilities the opportunity to learn, live, grow, and play in the community, which makes the community inclusive, diverse and a better place to live. For more information about Community Living, visit www.cliservices.org.
For more information, contact:
Shelene Treptow, The Hauser Group, (314) 436-9090
Barbara James, Community Living, Inc., (636) 970-2800