Founders Day Dinner 2026

The annual Founders Day Dinner is the Woodford County Democrats' main fundraiser. Come join us for dinner, mingling, door prizes, speeches by candidates, and 50/50 raffle.

Where and when

This year's event will be at El Paso Golf Club (near Kappa), 2860 County Rd 600 N., El Paso IL 61738 on Saturday, September 26, 2026: 5:30pm-6:30pm mingling/cocktails, 6:30pm dinner, 7pm program, and maybe some fun after.

Tickets

You don't need to be a Woodford County resident or an "official" Democrat to come: $30 before August 15, or $40 here or cash/check at the door. $25/student with high school/college ID or teacher with teacher ID from public or government-accredited private school. Sponsorships also available with or without seats: see options.

Contributing by card or PayPal

Use the form on this page.

Contributing by check/cash

Cash or check accepted at the door, or check mailed (recommended at least 10 days early) to:

Woodford County Democratic Central Committee

P.O. Box 1051

Metamora IL 61548-1051

We can answer any questions you have: contact us or send people here to wcdem.org/founders for info, or give them our printable flyer (PDF link).

Contribution rules

  1. I am at least eighteen years old.
  2. This contribution is made from my own funds, and funds are not being provided to me by another person or entity for the purpose of making this contribution.
  3. I am a U.S. citizen or lawfully admitted permanent resident (i.e., green card holder).
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