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Our events are where our mission comes to life. Whether you attend, volunteer, sponsor, or simply spread the word, you're becoming part of something bigger—a family dedicated to helping sick children, supporting injured first responders, and strengthening our communities. We can't wait to see you there!

Play for Meg — thank you to our confirmed sponsors

These businesses have already stepped up for the Play for Meg charity softball tournament.

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Charity Softball Tournament
Team Registration
About Meg

2nd Annual 16 Inch Fire Department Charity Softball Tournament

Ozinga Field · Crestwood, IL · Benefiting Meg Malito

First game 10:00 AM CT

Date
Saturday, October 3, 2026
Time
First game 10:00 AM CT
Team check-in
Anytime once gates open — no later than 60 minutes before your first game
Location
Ozinga Field · 14011 Kenton Ave, Crestwood, IL 60445
Game Ticket
$4 + $1 fee · Ticket + wristband deal $64 + $1 fee
Skybox
$100 per person — 15 guest minimum ($1,500) up to 25 ($2,500), only 2 suites
Hosted by the Firefighters Care Foundation at Windy City ThunderBolts Stadium. Grab a game ticket, a ticket + wristband deal, or book one of only two private skyboxes with a full food and drink package served 11 AM–3 PM.

Only 2 skyboxes available — 15 guest minimum, 25 maximum.

Why we play

About Meg

Meg Malito is 37 years old and fighting breast cancer. This tournament is for her — part of the proceeds for the event will go to The Yard Foundation, the Firefighters Care Foundation, the 100 Club of Illinois, and Tinley Wish.

Also Coming Up

Swing for a Cause

Indoor Golf Fundraiser

2:00–6:00 PM CT

Date
Sunday, November 8, 2026
Time
2:00–6:00 PM CT
Location
Indoor Golf Links of America · 16356 104th Ave, Orland Park, IL 60467
Golfer Bay
$130 per golfer (up to 4 per bay)
Wristband
$75 — food & open bar included
Grab a bay for your foursome or a wristband for the party — food and an open bar are included. Every ticket supports sick children and injured firefighters.

Space is limited — reserve early to lock in your bay.