Support the Tootsie Roll Drive
Robert P. Connelly Knights of Columbus Council #5918
Thank you for considering a donation to the Robert P. Connelly Knights of Columbus Council #5918 Tootsie Roll Drive.
For more than 50 years, the Knights of Columbus have proudly conducted the annual Tootsie Roll Drive in support of persons with intellectual disabilities. Through the generosity of community members like you, this program has provided meaningful assistance to organizations that enrich lives, promote inclusion, and create opportunities for individuals and families throughout Illinois.
100% of all funds raised are used to support this important cause. Every dollar remains in Illinois, with the majority of funds benefiting organizations and programs right here in our local communities. Your contribution helps us continue our mission of serving our neighbors and ensuring that individuals with intellectual disabilities have access to the resources, support, and opportunities they deserve.
About the Campaign
Why We Support Persons with Intellectual Disabilities
The Knights of Columbus believe every person is created with inherent dignity and deserves opportunities to learn, grow, and thrive.
Through the Tootsie Roll Drive, Council #5918 partners with local organizations that serve individuals with intellectual disabilities by helping fund:
- Educational programs
- Life skills development
- Recreational opportunities
- Family support services
- Community inclusion initiatives
- Specialized equipment and resources
Your generosity helps create a more welcoming and supportive community for all.
Organizations Supported by This Year’s Tootsie Roll Drive
Funds raised through this year’s campaign will support:
- Shady Oaks Camp
- Special Camps for Special Citizens
- Misericordia
- SEASPAR
- Center for Disability Services
- Special Olympics
- St. Raphael REACH Program
- Turning Point Autism Foundation
- Diocese of Joliet Special Needs Ministry
Together, we are helping to build a more inclusive and supportive community for individuals with intellectual disabilities and their families.
Thank you for your generosity and for making a difference in the lives of others.
Donate Today
Your gift, no matter the size, helps create opportunities, provide support, and improve lives. Please join us in continuing this proud tradition of charity and service by making a donation today. Every dollar makes an impact. Every donation changes lives.