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Central Illinois Veteran
Commission (CIVC) to host 1st Annual Campout for Veteran
Homelessness
[April 11, 2026]
Central Illinois Veteran
Commission is hosting the 1st annual Campout for Veteran
Homelessness April 24th starting at 6pm until 9am on April 25th at
Memorial Park in Lincoln. The purpose of the campout is to raise
money and awareness for veteran homelessness, and proceeds will go
toward providing homes and a better quality of life for those who
served our country.
At 6:00pm On Friday we will have a brief ceremony and speech
regarding veteran homelessness followed by setting up cardboard
boxes and preparing for the night. To recreate the homeless
experience that far too many veterans face, we will provide
cardboard boxes for those brave enough to sleep in them for the
night. Campers are also welcome to bring their own tents if they
prefer. Light camp snacks will be provided, and around 8:00 will be
an award for the best patriotic/military themed box and trophies for
the top fund raisers. There is a suggested donation of $100.00 for
the “camping fee” but any monetary donation will be accepted. All
money goes to Central Illinois Veterans Commission. Event ends at
09:00am Sunday morning.
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This event is open
to the public, visitors are also welcome even if you don’t stay
the night. There are still spaces available for campers and
sponsors, if you would like to participate in this incredible
event please reach out to the contact information below.
Sam Downs-
Sdowns@lincolnil.gov
Julie King-
Director.CIVC@gmail.com
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