The DuKane chapter of A.B.A.T.E. of Illinois, a motorcycle rider rights advocacy group that meets monthly at the American Legion in West Chicago has released details about their 37th annual toy and drive. Slated for October 8.
” For 37 years we have collected toys and food for children in need and all of the donations go to local charities in ONLY Kane and DuPage County. The charities actually pick up the donations at the after-party so that all of the participants can see their good work going to where it should.” – Dukane ABATE President, Chris Hansen
“This ride happens because of the hard work of the DuKane ABATE BOD and the many volunteers who take time out of their busy lives to help children in need.” -DuKane ABATE President, Chris Hansen
The after-party will see live music by Mock Star, a burnout competition, a 50/50 raffle, axe throwing, mechanical bull riding, vendors, and more. Elected Officials, Santa Claus, Mrs. Claus, and the DuKane ABATE Santa Girls will be at the event all day. It’s $20 a person plus a toy or food donation to participate.- Wild Fire Harley-Davidson in Villa Park
- Fox River Harley-Davidson in St. Charles
- Motor Cycle Center in Villa Park
- Chicago Baggers & Performance in Villa Park
- The Toy Shop & Motolounge in Arlington Heights
- Route 66 Indian Motorcycles in Elmhurst
- Windy City International Cycles in St. Charles
- Cycle Gear in Bolingbrook, Illinois Powersports in Maple Park
- The Office of State Representative Jennifer Sanalitro and State Senator Seth Lewis in Carol Stream
- The Office of State Senator John Curran in Lemont
- Hazen Insurance in St. Charles
- The Office of State Representative Barbara Hernandez in Aurora, and the Office of State Representative Diane Blair-Sherlock in Villa Park.
DuKane ABATE, President Christ Hansen noted , “You can take your donations to any of these great supporters ahead of the ride. We are still accepting sponsors. If interested, contact Secretary Amy Nelson” –EmailL amy@amynelsonhomes.com
DuKane ABATE Membership Meetings are held the third Tuesday of each month at 7:30 PM at the West Chicago American Legion Post #300 in downtown West Chicago , Located At 123 Main Street. They are open to the public and they always accept new members on site.
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