The Workshop Galena | Ways to Donate

Ways to Donate / Events

Become a Member

You can be a part of the team that makes it all possible. Become a member today!

$5 Senior
$10 Individual
$15 Family
$25 Business
$50 Bronze
$100 Silver
$250 Gold
$500 Platinum

Since 1961, donors and volunteers have helped The Workshop offer quality services to individuals with disabilities in Jo Daviess County. Memberships are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law. Please consult your tax advisor.

Download the The Workshop Membership Form (PDF).

Mail the form along with your check made payable to:

The Workshop
P.O. Box 6087

706 S. West Street
Galena IL 61036-6087

We appreciate your support!

Donate Items From Our Wish List

Walmart Gift Cards
Dollar Tree Gift Cards
Keurig Cups (coffee, flavored cappuccino, hot chocolate)
Adult Coloring Books
Puzzles (animal themed 100 pieces or less)
Washable Crayons
Colored Pencils
Washable Markers
iPad
Headphones (Compatible with iPads)

Attend a Fundraising Event

Membership Drive

2020 date TBA

You can make a difference! As a member of The Workshop, your contribution helps provide valuable opportunities for the individuals we serve. Proceeds from this fundraiser are used to fund recreational and social activities, cultural and educational programming and purchase supplies to allow our individuals to explore and create while experiencing new activities. Any amount, big or small, helps create a richer, more enjoyable life experience for our individuals.

Annual Meeting / Spaghetti Dinner
2020 date TBA

Join us for our annual meeting and awards ceremony recognizing The Workshop's "Outstanding Supporters" and the "Individual of the Year." Everyone is encouraged to stay for our annual spaghetti supper including salad and bread sticks. Don’t forget to grab a treat at the bake sale!

Annual Meeting: 2-3pm

Spaghetti Dinner: 5-7pm (Tickets available at
The Workshop or the door, $10 Adults, $5 kids)

Culver's of Galena Share Night
2021 date TBA (5-8 pm)

Dine in or drive thru at Culver's in Galena between the hours established for our Share Night and a percentage of the proceeds from your meal are donated to The Workshop. If you join us in the dining room, make sure to say hello to our individuals who are excited to meet new people while helping with your meal!

Annual Golf Outing
2020 June event is cancelled, 2021 date TBA

Our Annual 4-Person Best Shot Golf Outing features raffles, a silent auction and a 50/50 drawing. Golf outing and catered prime rib dinner are open to the public. Hole sponsorship opportunities available.

Chip in for Charity / John Deere Classic
2020 date TBA

To enter the contest, guess the number of birdies that will actually be made by Tour Pros during the tournament, Wednesday through Sunday. Simply make a one-time flat donation OR pledge one cent or more per birdie. Select The Workshop as the charity. After the tournament, you'll be mailed a notice of your pledge amount due. Learn more.

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How do I shop at AmazonSmile?

Visit smile.amazon.com. Tens of millions of products on AmazonSmile are eligible for donations. You will see eligible products marked “Eligible for AmazonSmile donation” on their product detail pages.

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