Over 20 years we’ve had so many wonderful supporters. Click here for the 2019 list of sponsors and underwriters. The Never Be Defeated awards was originated by Gavers Community Cancer Foundation president Steve Gavers and made its debut at Barndance 2001. In recent years, it has become customary for Steve to honor two or three … Continued
Over $470,000 was raised under the Big Tent at the 2019 event. We appreciate the support. The efforts are making a difference in the fight against cancer. We can DO MORE and strive to build awareness while supporting treatment and research. Annually, Barndance raises much needed funds to benefit organizations such as Family Health Partnership … Continued
Gavers Community Cancer Foundation Immediate Release: I am sorry to report that our Board of Directors has decided to cancel our 21st annual Barndance event scheduled for July 18th, 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. While this decision was difficult to process at first, ultimately it became an easy call when we considered the health … Continued
Thank you to the almost 2500 people who attended the 20th anniversary on July 20th 2019! The event had great music, great food and raised over $470,000 for a great cause! The live auction was exciting with 22 packages selling for over $130,000! Many thanks to the volunteers, sponsors, vendors, supporters and friends that make … Continued
The 4 for the price of 3 ticket deal has been extended through July 16th until 11:59 p.m. Save $50. Click here to buy tickets now.
It takes the support of many people and businesses to promote our cause, generate cancer awareness in our community and encourage researchers to never tire in their quest for a cure. We are also grateful to our sponsors, large and small, who generously provide many of the goods and services needed throughout the year. Would … Continued
Raffle items needed! Can you curate an amazing basket? Do you own a business that can contribute? Can you gather a group of friends to put something together? Contact raffle chair Diane Messman at (815) 382-1580 or dyza10@aol.com with your donations! Our Raffles are always stellar because of the generosity and creativity from our donors! … Continued
Volunteers are needed to help with the success of Barndance 2019. Whether you can give one hour or four, we’ll put you to work. To get a more detailed description, call Sue Pearson or the chairman listed on the volunteer page. The final volunteer meeting is on Monday, July 15th at 7pm at Stage Left … Continued
Now thru July 11th, Save $50 when buying 4 tickets. Barndance is better with friends. This deal offers 4 tickets from the price of 3. Take advantage of the deal for groups of 4, 8, 12… Purchase Tickets online or at any American Community Bank Location. https://gavers.org/tickets/
Get ready to raise your paddles and work out your arms during the Live Auction at Barndance. The Barndance Live Auction will be an exciting show and we hope for some friendly back and forth competition with the crowd. If for some reason you loose an item to another bidder, be ready to bid on … Continued