Event Host
Giving Mac, Inc. is a federally recognized 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to using technology and wellness to create meaningful community impact across Wisconsin.
Formally established in 2023 from a community-centered program launched years earlier by MacMan, Giving Mac began by providing Apple technology to students in need. Today, that mission has grown to support students, families, veterans, care providers, first responders, and communities through donated technology, financial gifts, sponsorships, and fundraising.
Our work is centered around three key initiatives:
Connected Futures Initiative
Providing Apple technology and digital access to students and families who need the right tools to learn, create, and move forward.
Veteran Wellness Initiative
Installing immersive nature film systems in veteran facilities to create calming spaces for relaxation, reflection, and mental wellness.
Community Wellness Projects
Supporting care centers, shelters, first responders, and community partners with technology-driven wellness environments.
From a computer that helps a student succeed to a calming environment that helps a veteran heal, Giving Mac is committed to creating opportunities, reducing stress, and bringing hope through technology and wellness.
Organizers and Sponsors
Organizer & Sponsor
Founded in December 1993, MacMan, Inc. is a family-owned Apple Authorized Reseller and Service Provider and technology integrator based in Eau Claire, Wisconsin. Guided by its “Making Technology Easy” philosophy, MacMan offers sales, repairs, training, professional services, and digital signage solutions. As the national distributor of the Atmosphere platform, MacMan delivers high-resolution nature films and live music through a turnkey media system. Designed for seamless integration, Atmosphere enhances healthcare, hospitality, and wellness environments—creating spaces that calm the mind, lift the spirit, and support emotional well-being.​​​
Organizer & Sponsor
KBI Construction, LLC is a local family-owned and operated company specializing in roofing and exterior remodeling, proudly serving the Eau Claire community and greater Wisconsin area. As an A‑rated, BBB-accredited contractor, KBI focuses on storm damage repair and full-service solutions—roofing, siding, gutters, downspouts, soffits, and fascia—while working directly with insurance providers to ensure seamless restoration and peace of mind. With free professional inspections, including weekend availability, KBI Construction combines expert craftsmanship with clear communication, timely completion, and a stress-free experience for homeowners.
Organizer & Sponsor
Marc-On Shooting, located in Lake Hallie just outside Eau Claire, is West Central Wisconsin’s premier indoor shooting range, training center, and firearm retailer. With 12 modern shooting lanes, a full-service pro shop, and expert-led classes, Marc-On serves everyone from first-time shooters to experienced professionals. The facility offers firearm sales, rentals, gunsmithing, concealed carry and defensive training, and a wide selection of gear and accessories. Home to Marc-On University, it provides education-focused programs including USCCA-certified courses, women's classes, and active shooter response training. Known for its commitment to safety, community, and responsible firearm ownership.
Premier Sponsor
Dinner for All
A heartfelt thank you to KBI Construction for their generous support of our Dinner for All sponsorship.
KBI Construction’s contribution helps offset a significant portion of the cost of providing dinner for everyone attending the Gun & Tech Banquet. Their generosity helps Giving Mac direct more of the funds raised throughout the evening toward our mission of supporting Veteran health and wellness right here in Western Wisconsin.
We’re incredibly grateful to have local businesses like KBI Construction step up to support our event, our community, and the Veterans who call this area home.
Thank you, KBI Construction, for helping make Dinner for All possible and for supporting Veterans in Western Wisconsin!
In-Kind Donation
Helping Us Spread the Word
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Lamar of Central Wisconsin is proud to serve the outdoor advertising needs of businesses in the Central Wisconsin region. With our extensive inventory of billboards and digital displays, and the best team in the business, we can craft a campaign that successfully reaches your target audiences.
Lamar is the largest Out of Home advertising provider in Central Wisconsin, with prime coverage in Eau Claire, River Falls, Menomonie, Rice Lake, Wausau, Merrill, Marshfield, Stevens Point, and Wisconsin Rapids. Our outdoor and billboard inventory also reaches many smaller cities, as well as the highways and interstates that connect these markets. Whether you're looking to reach a local or regional audience, Lamar can help you create an effective outdoor advertising campaign that will achieve your business goals.​​​
Platinum Sponsors
Purely Generous
Founded in 1944 by G.F. “Sam” Bauer, Bauer Built has grown from a local oil delivery business into a leading family-owned tire and service company headquartered in Durand, Wisconsin. Today, Bauer Built operates throughout the Upper Midwest, providing trusted tire, service, retreading, roadside assistance, and fleet solutions while remaining grounded in the Midwestern values that have guided the company for more than 80 years.
Bauer Built is proud to stand as an Platinum Sponsor of the 2026 Gun & Tech Banquet, supporting our efforts to promote veteran wellness and make a meaningful difference in the lives of those who have served.
Their commitment to this event represents far more than simply putting their name behind a fundraiser. Bauer Built’s support is deeply meaningful to Giving Mac and to the veterans and communities this event ultimately serves. We are incredibly grateful for their generosity, partnership, and willingness to help us make an even greater impact.
Media Sponsor
Founded in 1946 in Rice Lake, Wisconsin, Rice Lake Weighing Systems has grown from a local scale service business into a global leader in weighing, measurement, and process control solutions. For more than 80 years, the company has built its reputation on quality, innovation, and exceptional customer service, while maintaining its roots as a Wisconsin-based, family-owned business.
Their support played an especially important role in helping us promote this year's event and reach more people with our mission of supporting veteran wellness.
This sponsorship means a great deal to Giving Mac. Rice Lake Weighing Systems made a significant commitment to helping us make the 2026 Gun & Tech Banquet a success, and we are genuinely grateful for their support.
We are proud to have a Wisconsin company with such a long history of quality, service, and community involvement supporting the 2026 Gun & Tech Banquet.
Outdoor TV Raffle Sponsor
We are proud to welcome MirageVision, headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada, as an Platinum Sponsor of Giving Mac. As leaders in outdoor entertainment, MirageVision designs and builds weatherproof, high-brightness outdoor TVs that perform beautifully even under full sun. Their entire lineup is engineered in the USA to resist the elements while delivering top-tier picture quality, and their expertise also extends to large-scale direct-view LED video walls that bring stunning visuals to any environment. In support of veteran wellness, MirageVision has generously donated a Platinum Series Full Sun Outdoor TV to be raffled off at the Gun & Tech Banquet. This premium model offers exceptional brightness, rugged weatherproof construction, and unmatched performance for outdoor living spaces such as patios and pool areas. The funds raised through this raffle will go directly toward the Marilyn Thoms Memorial Fundraiser for Veteran Wellness, helping us create immersive, healing environments for those who served. We are deeply grateful to MirageVision for their generosity and commitment to making a meaningful impact in the lives of our veterans.​​​​​
Media Sponsor
iHeartMedia’s Eau Claire branch is a cornerstone of the Chippewa Valley’s local media landscape, connecting communities throughout Western Wisconsin and beyond through a diverse lineup of radio stations. The Eau Claire cluster includes Z100, Hot Country B95, Moose Country 106.7, Classic Rock 92.1, NewsTalk WMEQ, and 98.7 The Fan, delivering music, news, sports, talk, and local programming to listeners throughout the region.
As part of iHeartMedia, one of America’s largest audio media companies, the Eau Claire team combines the reach of a national media organization with a strong commitment to the local community. Its on-air personalities, sales professionals, and promotions teams play an active role in highlighting local businesses, events, organizations, and causes throughout the Chippewa Valley.
For the 2026 Gun & Tech Banquet, iHeartMedia Eau Claire stepped forward as a Media Sponsor, providing significant support toward the promotion and advertising of this year's event.
Gold Sponsors
Purely Generous
A heartfelt thank you to Sammie Bostrom and her State Farm Insurance Agency in Altoona for becoming a Purely Generous Gold Sponsor of the Gun & Tech Banquet.
Sammie and her local State Farm team help individuals, families, and businesses protect what matters most with insurance options for auto, home, life, and more. As a local Altoona agency, Sammie and her team are part of the same Western Wisconsin community this fundraiser is working to support.
Sammie’s generous support helps Giving Mac continue our mission of supporting Veteran health and wellness right here in Western Wisconsin.
It means a great deal to have local businesses and community leaders step up and support the Veterans who live in the communities we all call home.
Thank you, Sammie, for being Purely Generous and for supporting Veterans in Western Wisconsin!
Special Gun Raffle Item
We are excited to recognize Black Talon Tactical for their generous support of the Gun & Tech Banquet and our mission of supporting Veteran health and wellness in Western Wisconsin.
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Black Talon Tactical has donated one of their exciting new firearms—the Black Talon Tactical RAPTOR Hybrid AR Bullpup—to this year’s banquet!
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The new RAPTOR brings together the familiar characteristics of the AR platform with the compact, ambidextrous ergonomics of a bullpup design, built around Black Talon Tactical’s patented trigger technology. It’s an impressive addition to this year’s lineup and one we know our banquet guests will be excited to see.
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Donations like this help make the Gun & Tech Banquet possible. They give us exciting prizes that help generate the funds needed to continue Giving Mac’s work supporting Veteran health and wellness right here in Western Wisconsin.
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Thank you to the entire team at Black Talon Tactical for your generosity, for supporting our fundraiser, and most importantly, for supporting our local Veterans!
In-Kind Donation
Helping Us Spread the Word
A special thank you to the Tri-County Advisor for generously donating advertisements to help Giving Mac promote this year’s Gun & Tech Banquet!
For nearly 20 years, the Tri-County Advisor has been connecting households with local businesses, savings, and community events throughout the Chippewa Valley. Their publication is delivered free to thousands of homes across Eau Claire, Chippewa, and Dunn counties.
By donating advertising space to Giving Mac, the Tri-County Advisor is helping us reach more people, build awareness for the banquet, and share the story of why we’re working to support Veteran health and wellness right here in Western Wisconsin.
Community support isn’t always about what gets donated for a raffle. Sometimes, helping us get the word out can make just as meaningful a difference.
Thank you, Tri-County Advisor, for helping us share our mission, reach our community, and support Veterans in Western Wisconsin!
atmosphere Display Sponsor
Sharp is a global leader in visual technology, providing one of the most comprehensive portfolios in the industry with solutions ranging from advanced dvLED displays and high-precision LCDs to cutting-edge laser projectors and even 8K and 5G-enabled innovations. Their products are tailored to serve diverse industries such as education, healthcare, corporate, retail, and entertainment, delivering impactful visual experiences in every environment.
Known for their innovation, Sharp offers captivating dvLED panels with deep blacks and vibrant colors, next-generation laser projectors that provide cinema-quality performance, and adaptive digital signage solutions that excel in any setting. Their LED video displays are designed to stand out both indoors and outdoors, with customizable options from turnkey kits to large-scale installations.
With a strong focus on sustainable and future-proof technology, including energy-efficient ePaper displays, Sharp exemplifies innovation that creates a lasting impact. As a sponsor, they align perfectly with Giving Mac’s mission by delivering immersive, engaging, and reliable visual solutions that elevate every experience.​
Venue and Event Staff Sponsor
Calibrated Strength is an Eau Claire-based fitness and personal coaching facility focused on helping people build strength, improve their health, and create lasting lifestyle changes. Through personalized training, nutrition guidance, accountability, and both in-person and online coaching, Calibrated Strength builds programs around each client’s individual goals and lifestyle.
We are proud to have Calibrated Strength as a Gold Sponsor of the 2026 Gun & Tech Banquet. Their generous sponsorship helps cover the costs of our event staff and venue, directly supporting our ability to put on a successful event benefiting Giving Mac's veteran wellness initiatives. We sincerely appreciate Calibrated Strength's investment in our event and their support of the veterans and communities we serve.
Mystery Gun Safe Sponsor
A huge thank you to Dan's Construction & Excavatinsion for their generous support of the 2nd Annual Gun & Tech Banquet and our efforts to support veteran wellness in Wisconsin.
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Dan's Construction & Excavatinsion specializes in shipping containers and storage solutions, providing dependable options for customers looking for secure, durable storage for residential, commercial, agricultural, and other applications.
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This year, Dan's Construction & Excavatinsion is making an especially exciting contribution to the banquet by donating the 48-gun safe that will be featured in our Mystery Gun Safe Raffle. The winner of this special raffle will take home the gun safe along with one rifle, one shotgun, and one handgun — winner takes all!
Support like this is what makes the Gun & Tech Banquet possible. We are incredibly grateful to Dan and Dan’s Conex for stepping up to support our event, our mission, and the veterans we serve.
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Thank you, Dan's Construction & Excavatinsion, for helping us create Brighter Tomorrows for Wisconsin veterans!
Silver Sponsors
Purely Generous​
Tilden Lions Club—part of Lions Clubs International since 1917—is a dedicated community service organization serving the residents of Tilden and the broader Chippewa Falls area. Meeting monthly at the Tilden Town Hall, the club lives out the Lions' global motto, We Serve, by supporting a wide range of initiatives—from vision screenings and eye-care outreach to environmental projects, food drives, and aid for seniors and individuals with disabilities. They also invest in youth through local scholarships, recreational programs, mentoring, and international efforts like the Peace Poster contest, Youth Camps, and the Leo youth volunteer network. Through the Lions Clubs International Foundation, the club contributes to humanitarian grants and disaster relief efforts, shining a light on recovery and resilience whenever needed.
Raffle Item
We are pleased to recognize Silver Summit Jewelry for their generous donation to the 2026 Gun & Tech Banquet raffle baskets.
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Silver Summit Jewelry offers distinctive jewelry pieces designed to add a little something special to any occasion. Their contribution adds a beautiful touch to this year’s raffle and gives one lucky winner something memorable to take home.
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We sincerely appreciate Silver Summit Jewelry for supporting Giving Mac, contributing to our event, and helping us continue our mission of supporting veteran wellness throughout Wisconsin.
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Thank you, Silver Summit Jewelry, for your generosity and community support!
Venue Sponsor
The Eau Claire Event District is the Chippewa Valley’s premier multi-venue event center, located just off 20th Avenue. It features two distinct spaces: The Crescent, an elegant 11,000-square-foot venue with vaulted ceilings, exposed beams, private suites, and a covered outdoor pavilion—perfect for weddings, galas, and corporate events; and High Country, an 18,000-square-foot hall with a scenic patio and space for up to 1,000 guests, ideal for trade shows, celebrations, and concerts. The district offers state-of-the-art A/V systems, projection screens, full-service catering, licensed bar service, and turnkey event coordination. Whether hosting an intimate gathering or a large-scale celebration, the Eau Claire Event District delivers a seamless, unforgettable experience.​
Special Raffle Item
A big thank-you to Denny’s Appliance for supporting our Gun & Tech Banquet! Their generous donation will be a wonderful addition to our raffle tables, adding to the excitement and helping make the evening a success.
Located in Menomonie, Denny’s Appliance offers kitchen and laundry appliances, along with delivery, installation, repairs, and parts. From choosing a new appliance to keeping an existing one running, their team helps customers care for the appliances they rely on every day. Learn more on Denny’s Appliance’s website.
We appreciate their generosity—please join us in supporting a local business that gives back to our community!
Purely Generous​
WEAU 13 News – Helping Share Our Story
A special thank you to WEAU 13 News and the Hello Wisconsin team for helping Giving Mac share the story behind our 2nd Annual Gun & Tech Banquet and, more importantly, the reason we host it.
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On October 6, WEAU featured Giving Mac and our upcoming banquet on Hello Wisconsin, helping bring attention to our mission of supporting veteran wellness throughout the Chippewa Valley and Wisconsin. Their coverage highlighted how proceeds from the banquet help Giving Mac bring the calming power of nature and technology into veteran care facilities.
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For a small nonprofit like Giving Mac, having a trusted local news organization help tell our story makes a tremendous difference. It allows us to reach people who may not have heard about our work, explain where the money raised through the banquet goes, and show what our community can accomplish when businesses, organizations, volunteers, and individuals come together for our veterans.
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We sincerely appreciate WEAU 13 News and Hello Wisconsin for giving us the opportunity to share our mission and for continuing to shine a spotlight on organizations working to make the Chippewa Valley a better place.
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Thank you, WEAU 13, for helping us spread the word and create brighter tomorrows for Wisconsin veterans.
Purely Generous​
We’re excited to have Cody Limousines of Eau Claire, Wisconsin, as a sponsor of the Gun & Tech Banquet. Located at S5675 County Road B, Cody Limousines is known for offering top-tier luxury transportation and unforgettable experiences for special events. They pride themselves on reliability, affordability, and going above and beyond to ensure every ride is exceptional. With a fleet that includes stretch limousines, shuttle buses, and specialty vehicles, they specialize in creating memorable arrivals and safe, stylish transports. This year, Cody Limousines will also be providing rides home and to the Sleep Inn Hotel for guests who may have had a little too much fun, helping ensure everyone enjoys the evening responsibly. We’re grateful for their support and for adding both style and safety to our event. Thank you Tom.
Plinko Sponsor
Ho-Chunk Gaming Black River Falls is a premier entertainment destination owned and operated by the Ho-Chunk Nation. Located in western Wisconsin, we offer over 700 slot machines, live blackjack, comfortable lodging, delicious dining, and live entertainment. Beyond the casino floor, we are deeply committed to supporting our local communities through charitable giving, sponsorships, and volunteer efforts. We are proud to give back and partner with organizations that make a positive impact in the region.
Dinner Caterer
KP Katering is a trusted full-service caterer based in Eau Claire, proudly serving the Chippewa Valley with over four decades of culinary excellence. From elegant five-course dinners and business luncheons to family reunions, weddings, corporate picnics, and even football tailgates, KP Katering tailors every menu to suit the occasion, offering everything from elaborate fare to simple appetizer buffets. As the on-site professional catering partner for the Eau Claire Event District, they bring a seamless blend of creative cuisine and attentive service directly to premier local venues. Their experienced, detail-oriented team treats customers as the top priority—providing customizable menus, full setup, rentals, decorations, and clean-up—so hosts can relax and enjoy their event knowing every detail is handled. With a reputation built on flavor, finesse, and client care, KP Katering ensures your next event will be unforgettable.
Purely Generous​
We are grateful to have the Tavern League of Wisconsin – Eau Claire County as a direct donor to the 2026 Gun & Tech Banquet.
The Tavern League has a long tradition of supporting local communities, encouraging responsible business practices, and bringing together area establishments and business owners in ways that strengthen the communities they serve. Their involvement extends well beyond the hospitality industry, with members regularly supporting charitable causes, local events, and organizations making a difference throughout the region.
Their generous contribution to the Gun & Tech Banquet helps make this event possible and directly supports Giving Mac’s mission to improve veteran wellness through community-driven projects and initiatives.
We sincerely appreciate the Tavern League of Wisconsin – Eau Claire County for their generosity, their commitment to giving back, and their support of the men and women who have served our country.
Purely Generous​
Erv Smith Country Home LLC Heating & Air Conditioning has been serving homeowners throughout the Chippewa Valley with dependable heating, cooling, and indoor comfort solutions. Their team has built a strong local reputation for helping families stay comfortable through Wisconsin’s changing seasons.
We are grateful to have Erv Smith Country Home LLC supporting Giving Mac as a sponsor of one of our raffle basket prizes. Their generosity and commitment to the community help make a meaningful difference.
Thank you, Erv Smith Country Home LLC, for supporting Giving Mac and our mission to improve veteran wellness throughout Wisconsin!
Raffle Item
Thank You, Altoona Parks & Recreation!
The City of Altoona Parks & Recreation brings people together through parks, programs, and events that help make Altoona a welcoming place to live and visit.
We’re grateful for their support of Giving Mac’s 2026 Gun & Tech Banquet, including a donated rental of The Fish House. They also welcome Giving Mac to have a booth at live music events in River Prairie Park, giving us an opportunity to share our mission with the community.
Thank you, Altoona Parks & Recreation, for helping us spread the word about our Veteran Wellness Initiative and bring calming spaces to veterans in our community.
Purely Generous
Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks Lodge No. 402 in Eau Claire is a longstanding fraternal and community service organization dedicated to helping veterans, supporting local families, and strengthening the Eau Claire area. As part of the nationwide Elks organization, the lodge carries out the Elks' tradition of charitable service through donations, volunteer efforts, and community programs. Through its ongoing charitable giving and hands-on service, the Eau Claire Elks strive to live out their mission of helping those in need and making a meaningful difference throughout the Chippewa Valley.
Raffle Items
A big thank-you to Chippewa Valley Tools for donating tools to our Gun & Tech Banquet! These practical, exciting prizes will be a great addition to our raffle tables, giving guests the chance to take home something useful for their next project.
Chippewa Valley Tools sells Matco Tools, serving and supporting the Chippewa Valley with tools for the people who keep our community building, fixing, and moving forward. We appreciate their generosity and support in helping make our banquet a success!
Be sure to check out their Facebook page and support a business that gives back to our community!
Purely Generous​
Special Thank You to Nashville North USA!
Giving Mac would like to extend a very special thank you to Nashville North USA for their generous support of the 2026 Gun & Tech Banquet and their commitment to veteran wellness.
Nashville North USA is known for bringing great country music and memorable live entertainment to the Chippewa Valley. Their support of the banquet shows that their commitment to our community goes well beyond the stage.
By supporting Giving Mac, Nashville North USA is helping us continue projects that benefit Wisconsin veterans and create more calming, restorative environments within veteran care facilities.
Thank you, Nashville North USA, for supporting Giving Mac, our veterans, and helping us create brighter tomorrows throughout Wisconsin.
Beer and Bourbon
Ole’s Southside Tavern is proud to support Giving Mac as a sponsor of the 2026 Gun & Tech Banquet.
A special thank-you to Jess and everyone at Ole’s Southside Tavern for their generous support of this year’s event. The bourbon basket is sure to be a sought-after item, and your co-sponsorship of the free beer is greatly appreciated.
Every contribution helps make the Gun & Tech Banquet possible and allows Giving Mac to continue its mission of supporting veteran health and wellness in our community.
Thank you, Jess, for supporting our event and the veterans it benefits!
Bronze Sponsors
Raffle Prize Donor
We are incredibly excited to thank the Green Bay Packers Give Back program for supporting this year’s Gun & Tech Banquet with a very special donation—a collectible 2025 Green Bay Packers team-signed football!
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Through Packers Give Back, the Green Bay Packers have a long tradition of helping nonprofit organizations throughout Wisconsin strengthen their fundraising efforts. We’re honored to have Giving Mac and our Veteran Wellness Initiative included in that tradition of community support.
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For Packers fans, this is going to be a special one. This collectible football features signatures from the 2025 Green Bay Packers team and coaching staff and will be part of this year’s banquet fundraising.
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Support like this helps us create an exciting evening for our guests while raising funds to support Veteran health and wellness right here in Western Wisconsin.
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Thank you, Green Bay Packers Give Back, for supporting Giving Mac, supporting our fundraiser, and helping us make a difference for Veterans in Western Wisconsin. Go Pack Go!
In-Kind Donation
Litho Specialists — Official Banquet Currency Printer
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Giving Mac is pleased to recognize Litho Specialists as a supporter and the official currency printer for our Gun & Tech Banquet! Their contribution puts a little extra fun in everyone’s hands while helping bring an evening of community generosity to life.
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Their support helps advance our mission of supporting veteran wellness and creating calming, nature-inspired spaces in Wisconsin veteran facilities. We’re grateful to have them be part of this effort.
Thank you, Litho Specialists, for helping make the banquet—and the work it supports—possible!
Raffle Prize Donor
Located in Bloomer, Wisconsin, Lotts-A-Meat is a local butcher shop and meat processor known for its selection of quality meats, smoked products, sausages, and custom processing. As a longstanding local business, Lotts-A-Meat continues to serve area families, hunters, and customers throughout the Chippewa Valley with a traditional, community-focused approach.
Lotts-A-Meat is proud to support Giving Mac as a Raffle Prize Sponsor of the 2026 Gun & Tech Banquet. Their contribution helps make this year's event possible while adding another great local business to the growing group of community partners supporting veteran wellness.
Giving Mac sincerely appreciates Lotts-A-Meat for donating to the event and helping us make the 2026 Gun & Tech Banquet a success.
Donor
We are pleased to have Park Ridge Distributing, Inc. of Eau Claire as a valued donor to the Gun & Tech Banquet.
Established in 1972, Park Ridge Distributing is a locally owned Eau Claire business that has been serving communities across Eau Claire, Chippewa, Rusk, and Sawyer counties for more than 50 years. With a focus on dependable sales, delivery, and customer service, Park Ridge provides a broad selection of beverage products to businesses throughout the region.
We sincerely appreciate Park Ridge Distributing for their generosity and for helping make this year's Gun & Tech Banquet possible. We are grateful for their support of Giving Mac and the veterans and communities this event serves.
Raffle Prize Donor
A big thank you to Tractor Central in Cameron, Wisconsin, for supporting this year’s Gun & Tech Banquet with the generous donation of a chainsaw for our raffle!
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Tractor Central is a locally rooted John Deere dealership serving farmers, property owners, and outdoor equipment customers throughout Northwest Wisconsin. Their donation is a great addition to this year’s growing lineup of raffle prizes—and one we know our guests will be excited to win.
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Donations like this help make the Gun & Tech Banquet a fun and successful evening while helping Giving Mac raise funds to support Veteran health and wellness right here in Western Wisconsin.
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We’re grateful to have businesses like Tractor Central step up and support our fundraiser and the Veterans who live in the communities we all call home.
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Thank you, Tractor Central, for your generosity and for supporting Veterans in Western Wisconsin!
Raffle Prize Donor
We’re proud to have Hy-Vee supporting this year’s Gun & Tech Banquet and Giving Mac’s efforts to support Veteran health and wellness in Western Wisconsin.
Giving back to Veterans is something Hy-Vee has demonstrated through its own Hy-Vee Homefront initiative, which supports Veterans, active-duty military members, and their families. That shared commitment makes their support of our fundraiser especially meaningful.
When businesses step forward to support events like ours, they’re doing more than making a donation—they’re helping a community come together around a cause that matters.
Thank you, Hy-Vee, for standing with our Veterans and for helping Giving Mac continue making a difference right here in Western Wisconsin. We truly appreciate your support!
Raffle Basket
A big thank you to Mark and Brickhouse Pub and Grub for supporting the 2026 Gun & Tech Banquet and Giving Mac’s commitment to veteran wellness in our communities.
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Located on Birch Street in Eau Claire, Brickhouse Pub and Grub is a local gathering place known for good food, drinks, entertainment, and bringing people together.
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Thank you, Mark, and everyone at Brickhouse Pub and Grub, for supporting our veterans and helping make the Gun & Tech Banquet possible.
Raffle Baskets & Volunteer
Erin Mullens has been an incredible help in organizing this year’s Gun & Tech Banquet, generously giving her time, energy, and support to help bring everything together.
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In addition to helping behind the scenes, Erin has donated raffle baskets to this year’s event and will be taking the lead on running the basket raffles during the banquet. Her willingness to jump in wherever needed has made a real difference and is a great example of the community support that makes this event possible.
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We are extremely grateful to Erin for everything she has done to help make the 2nd Annual Gun & Tech Banquet a success. Thank you, Erin, for your generosity, hard work, and continued support of Giving Mac and our mission to support veteran wellness throughout Wisconsin.
Raffle Basket
A big thank you to Indigo Massage Co. in Rice Lake for supporting this year’s Gun & Tech Banquet with a contribution to our raffle baskets!
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Indigo Massage Co. is a locally owned massage therapy practice focused on wellness, relaxation, and helping clients feel their best. Their team offers customized therapeutic massage in a comfortable, welcoming environment, with services designed to relieve tension, reduce stress, and support overall well-being.
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We especially appreciate their commitment to the community and their support of veterans, including offering massage services to VA clients.
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Thank you to Indigo Massage Co. for supporting the Gun & Tech Banquet and helping Giving Mac continue its mission of improving veteran wellness throughout Wisconsin.
Raffle Basket
Kassie’s K-9 Clipz is a local business dedicated to helping pets look and feel their best while providing friendly, personalized care for their four-legged clients.
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We’re grateful to Kassie’s K-9 Clipz for supporting the 2nd Annual Gun & Tech Banquet with a donation to one of our raffle baskets. Contributions like this help make our raffles fun and exciting while supporting Giving Mac’s efforts to improve wellness resources for veterans in our Wisconsin communities.
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Thank you to Kassie’s K-9 Clipz for being part of this year’s event and for helping us make a difference!
Raffle Prize Donor
Thank You, Minnesota Vikings!
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Giving Mac thanks the Minnesota Vikings for donating a T.J. Hockenson autographed mini helmet to our 2026 Gun & Tech Banquet.
Their generosity gives our guests a special opportunity to support our Veteran Wellness Initiative, which brings calming nature film systems to veteran facilities.
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We appreciate the Vikings’ support for community organizations and their kind wishes for our event. Thank you for helping us make a difference for local veterans!
Raffle Prize Donor
Set on five scenic acres along Potato Lake, TJ’s Timberline Resort & Campground offers a peaceful getaway less than an hour from Eau Claire. Guests can stay in a cozy cabin, a deluxe mobile home, or at a lakeside RV or tent site, with fire pits and easy access to the water.
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The Musky Lodge bar and game room is a gathering place after a day outdoors. Visitors can relax, play pool, and admire local trophy catches.
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Owned by Wade and Erin Larson since 2021, TJ’s Timberline welcomes families, anglers, and outdoor enthusiasts with the warmth of a family-owned resort.
Raffle Prize Donor
Located just off I-94 in Eau Claire, the Holiday Inn Eau Claire South I-94 by IHG offers comfortable accommodations, convenient access to the Chippewa Valley, and a full range of amenities for both business and leisure travelers. The hotel features an indoor pool, fitness center, event space, complimentary parking, and Johnny’s Italian Steakhouse on site.
The Holiday Inn Eau Claire South I-94 is proud to support Giving Mac as a Raffle Prize Sponsor of the 2026 Gun & Tech Banquet. Their contribution helps us offer an exciting experience for our attendees while supporting our efforts to promote veteran wellness.
Giving Mac sincerely appreciates the Holiday Inn Eau Claire South I-94 for their generosity and for supporting this year's event. We are grateful to have local businesses like them helping make the 2026 Gun & Tech Banquet a success.
In-Kind Donation
Giving Mac is proud to recognize Supreme Graphics as a sponsor of the 2026 Gun & Tech Banquet!
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For more than 70 years, Supreme Graphics has provided quality printing, design, signage, mailing, packaging, and fulfillment services to businesses and organizations throughout Wisconsin and beyond.
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This year, Supreme Graphics generously printed and donated the placemats for our banquet, helping support our event and Giving Mac’s Veteran Wellness Initiative.
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Thank you, Supreme Graphics, for your generosity and support of Veterans in Wisconsin!
Raffle Basket
Hay Creek Enterprises in Bloomer creates custom, hand-carved woodwork with a personal touch. From wedding cake toppers and signs to distinctive pepper mills, each piece reflects the care and attention that goes into making something by hand.
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Dave of Hay Creek Enterprises donated a handmade flower box to the 2026 Gun & Tech Banquet. It’s a wonderful example of his craftsmanship and a one-of-a-kind addition to this year’s raffle. We’re grateful that he shared his time and talent to help make the event special.
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Thank you, Dave, for supporting Giving Mac and our Veteran Wellness Initiative. Contributions from local makers like Hay Creek Enterprises help us bring calming, immersive nature film systems to veteran facilities in our community.
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Grizzly Gun Company LLC is a locally owned firearms dealer in New Auburn, Wisconsin. They offer firearm sales and transfer services and take pride in providing knowledgeable, personal service to customers, whether they are purchasing their first firearm or adding to a collection.
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Grizzly Gun Company has generously contributed items to the Gun Lovers raffle basket at Giving Mac’s 2026 Gun & Tech Banquet. Their donation helps make the raffle more exciting for guests while supporting Giving Mac’s Veteran Wellness Initiative, which brings calming, immersive nature film systems to veteran facilities.
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We’re grateful to Grizzly Gun Company for being part of this year’s banquet and helping us support veterans in our community.
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Grizzly Gun Company is located at 182 29th Street, New Auburn, WI 54757.
To learn more, call 715-237-2200 • grizzlygun2025@gmail.com
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We’re happy to have Hello Adorn adding a little sparkle to our Gun & Tech Banquet! Based in Eau Claire, this creative jewelry company makes handmade, waterproof pieces designed for everyday wear. From delicate earrings and necklaces to bracelets and stacking rings, their jewelry brings a little something special to any day.
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Hello Adorn is helping make our gift baskets extra special while supporting Giving Mac’s work to improve veteran wellness in Wisconsin. We appreciate their generosity and willingness to give back to the community.
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Thank you, Hello Adorn, for sharing your creativity and helping us make a difference for those who have served!​
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A big thank you to Homemade Naturals for contributing to this year’s Gun & Tech Banquet raffle baskets!
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Homemade Naturals offers clean, pure, organic, and 100% natural products created with health, wellness, and affordability in mind. Their selection includes a variety of body care, wellness, household, and natural living products designed as healthier alternatives for individuals and families.
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Homemade Naturals products can be found at several retailers and local markets throughout the Chippewa Valley, making them another great example of a local business supporting our community.
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We sincerely appreciate Homemade Naturals for donating to our raffle baskets and helping make the Gun & Tech Banquet a success. Their generosity helps Giving Mac continue its work supporting veteran wellness initiatives throughout Wisconsin.
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A big thank you to Donivan’s Vending Service for supporting this year’s Gun & Tech Banquet by providing the ATM for the evening.
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Based in Eau Claire, Donivan’s Vending has been serving businesses and communities throughout Wisconsin for more than 40 years. Their services include ATMs, pool tables, dart boards, arcade and gaming machines, redemption games, and more.
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Having an ATM available at the banquet is an important convenience for our guests throughout the evening, and we sincerely appreciate Donivan’s Vending Service for helping us make that possible.
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Thank you for supporting the Gun & Tech Banquet and helping Giving Mac continue its mission of supporting veteran wellness initiatives throughout Wisconsin.
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Close Up Apparel is a locally owned custom printing and embroidery shop based in Eau Claire, specializing in high-quality branded apparel and promotional items for businesses, teams, and events. Their talented team brings designs to life through expert screen printing, embroidery, and specialty products that help organizations stand out.
For this year’s Gun & Tech Banquet, Close Up Apparel handled the printing of our custom event currency — the creative “bills” that will power our raffles and make the evening’s activities even more engaging. Their attention to detail and commitment to craftsmanship will help make the event a memorable experience for all who attend. We are grateful for their partnership and their support of the cause.
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Advance Printing of Hayward is a veteran-owned, full-service commercial printing company serving customers since 1972. Located at 15576 US Highway 63 in Hayward, Wisconsin, they combine professional design, high-quality printing, and personal service to help bring projects of all sizes to life.
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From business cards, brochures, and menus to full-color publications, their services include graphic design, digital and sheet-fed printing, quick copying, and complete bindery and mailing services. Their team works closely with customers to deliver quality results on time and at an affordable price.
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Giving Mac is grateful to Advance Printing of Hayward for supporting our Gun & Tech Banquet as the official printer of our Mystery Gun Safe Raffle tickets. As a veteran-owned business, their involvement adds a meaningful connection to our mission of supporting veteran wellness throughout Wisconsin. Thank you, Advance Printing, for putting your talents to work for those who have served!
Raffle Prize Donor
Located at the Holiday Inn Eau Claire South I-94, Johnny’s Italian Steakhouse brings together classic steakhouse favorites, Italian specialties, seafood, and a full selection of wines and cocktails in a warm, distinctive supper-club atmosphere. With steaks taking center stage alongside dishes like their signature Steak De Burgo and Chanel No. 5, Johnny’s offers a memorable dining experience in the Chippewa Valley.
Johnny’s Italian Steakhouse is proud to support Giving Mac as a Raffle Prize Sponsor of the 2026 Gun & Tech Banquet. Their contribution helps us create an exciting event for our guests while supporting Giving Mac’s efforts to promote veteran wellness.
We sincerely appreciate Johnny’s Italian Steakhouse for their generosity and for helping make the 2026 Gun & Tech Banquet possible. We are grateful to have their support as part of this year’s event.
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A heartfelt thank you to On Point Equine for supporting this year’s Gun & Tech Banquet with the generous donation of a Michael Kors purse for our raffle!
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Our banquet may have plenty of guns and tech, but we also love having a great variety of prizes for everyone to enjoy—and this beautiful Michael Kors purse is a fantastic addition to this year’s raffle lineup.
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Donations like this help make the Gun & Tech Banquet bigger, better, and more fun for our guests while helping us raise funds to support Veteran health and wellness right here in Western Wisconsin.
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We’re incredibly grateful for local businesses and individuals who step up to support our event and the Veterans in our communities.
Thank you, On Point Equine, for your generosity and for supporting Veterans in Western Wisconsin!
Purely Generous
PURELY GENEROUS SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT
Giving Mac is honored to recognize Dr. Troy Berg for his generous support of the 2026 Gun & Tech Banquet and our mission to improve wellness for veterans across Wisconsin.
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For nearly three decades, Dr. Berg has cared for people throughout Western Wisconsin as an Orthopedic Surgeon and Sports Medicine Specialist, with a special interest in knee and shoulder surgery. He also serves alongside Dr. Austin Crow as a team physician for the University of Wisconsin–Eau Claire Blugolds, while helping provide athletic injury coverage for many area high schools.
Dr. Berg has built a career around helping people heal, recover, and get back to doing the things they love. His support of Giving Mac reflects that same commitment to caring for others.
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Thank you, Dr. Troy Berg, for being Purely Generous and for standing behind Wisconsin veterans.
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Because of generous supporters like Dr. Berg, Giving Mac can continue creating calming, immersive wellness environments designed to help veterans reduce stress, find moments of peace, and improve their overall well-being.
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Your generosity makes a difference. Thank you.
Free Beer - Co-Sponsor
A big thank-you to the 5 O’Clock Club of Eau Claire for supporting Giving Mac and the 2026 Gun & Tech Banquet as a co-sponsor of the free beer during the evening.
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The 5 O’Clock Club is a longtime Eau Claire gathering place known for its welcoming atmosphere and good times with friends.
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We greatly appreciate local businesses like the 5 O’Clock Club that step up to help make our banquet possible. Their co-sponsorship helps us create a fun and memorable evening for our guests while supporting Giving Mac’s Veteran Wellness Initiative and our work to bring calming, immersive nature experiences to veteran facilities throughout Wisconsin.
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Thank you to the 5 O’Clock Club for your generous co-sponsorship, for supporting Giving Mac, and for helping us make this year’s banquet a great evening for everyone!​
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We’re grateful to Mark Anderson and Dickey’s Barbecue Pit for stepping up in support of the 2026 Gun & Tech Banquet.
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Their generosity helps Giving Mac continue raising awareness and support for programs focused on veteran wellnessthroughout our communities. It’s support from businesses like Dickey’s that helps make this event — and the work behind it — possible.
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Thank you, Mark, and the Dickey’s Barbecue Pit team for supporting our veterans and Giving Mac’s mission.
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Giving Mac is pleased to thank Lindamerry Udell for donating a watercolor art and wine class to our Gun & Tech Banquet raffle baskets!
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An accomplished artist, Lindamerry draws inspiration from nature, bringing its colors, textures, light, and shadows to life through watercolor. She facilitates the Chippewa Valley Watercolor Artists, and her work has been exhibited at the Pablo Center at the Confluence and the Heyde Center for the Arts.
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Her donation offers a fun opportunity to learn watercolor painting, enjoy some wine, and explore your creativity with an experienced artist. We appreciate Lindamerry sharing her time and talent to help Giving Mac support veteran wellness. Thank you, Lindamerry, for adding a creative touch to this year’s banquet!
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A big thank-you to Creswood Corners for supporting the 2nd Annual Gun & Tech Banquet with the donation of a raffle basket!
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Located just north of Cadott, Creswood Corners is a locally known destination offering a wide variety of beverages, refreshments, seasonal products, and fireworks. They’re especially familiar to the thousands of visitors who travel through the area each summer for Country Fest, Rock Fest, camping, and other outdoor activities. Creswood Corners has been serving the area for more than two decades and has also supported other local organizations and community programs.
We greatly appreciate Creswood Corners joining the many Chippewa Valley businesses helping make this year’s banquet possible. Their raffle basket donation helps us raise additional funds in support of veteran wellness initiatives and the Wisconsin veterans we serve.
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Thank you, Creswood Corners, for giving back and supporting our veterans!
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