Marilyn Thoms Memorial Fund for Veteran Wellness
What and Why
This a community-driven fundraising event supporting the Marilyn Thoms Memorial Fund for Veteran Wellness, hosted by Giving Mac. This event raises funds to install immersive wellness systems—featuring stunning nature films—primarily in veterans’ facilities, creating calming and restorative environments that promote relaxation, mindfulness, and emotional well-being. By fostering peace and supporting mental health awareness, we aim to honor and uplift those who have bravely served our country. When funding allows, additional systems may also be donated to fire stations, police departments and possibly libraries—extending the impact to other vital community spaces.
What's Going On
Get ready for an exciting evening at the Gun & Tech Banquet—a one-of-a-kind event combining great food, exciting prizes, and community connection. Guests will enjoy a full dinner, adult beverages, and the opportunity to socialize with friends, neighbors, and supporters of the Marilyn Thoms Memorial Fund for Veteran Wellness.
🌟 Date: October 16, 2025
🕛 Doors Open: 4:00 PM
🍺 Happy Hour: 4:00 PM – Free Beer - Cash Bar
🍽 Dinner Served: 6:00 PM
🎟 Raffle Starts: 7:00 PM
⏳ Event Ends: 10:00 PM
📍 Location: Eau Claire Event District – 5775 20th Ave, Eau Claire, WI
Attendees will also have the chance to win a variety of incredible prizes—ranging from top-quality firearms and accessories to cutting-edge Apple technology and other sought-after tech gear. Whether you're a gun collector, shooter, hunter, a tech lover, or just enjoy a great raffle, there’s something for everyone.
Event Tickets - On Sale Now
Grab a Table for 8 or Snag a Single Ticket — Either way, you’re in for a great time!
Your ticket includes:
🍻 Happy Hour access (yes, there’s free beer!)
🍽 A delicious catered dinner
🎉 Entry to the Gun & Tech Banquet fun
🔫 One raffle entry per guest for the Table Gun Raffle — That’s right… one lucky winner at every table goes home with a firearm!
Get Your Event Currency – More Raffles, More Chances to Win!
Beyond the Table Gun Raffle, the evening is packed with exciting bonus raffles you won’t want to miss. Here’s what’s up for grabs:
🔐 Mystery Gun Safe Raffle
One lucky winner will take home a locked gun safe filled with three firearms — a rifle, shotgun, and handgun. What’s inside? You’ll have to win it to find out!
🎯 Lucky Table Raffle – 8 Guns to 1 Table
That’s right — eight guns will be awarded to one randomly drawn table number. If it’s your table, everyone seated wins big!
🪧 Gun Boards & Special Gun Raffles
Try your luck on the popular gun boards and enter exclusive special gun raffles throughout the night.
💻 Tech Prizes
We’re giving away Apple MacBooks, iPads, Spartan Trail Cameras and other top-tier tech for guests who get in on the action.
🎁 Raffle Baskets & Surprise Giveaways
From curated baskets of goodies to mystery prizes, there’s something for everyone.
💸 Event Currency is Required
Most additional raffles require event currency, available for purchase online now, or at the event.
For Veterans
Health and Wellness
The Crescent is an elegant venue that offers over 11,000 square feet and has the ability to easily accommodate up to 650 seated guests. Let's fill it up!
Become a Sponsor
This is more than just a banquet — it’s a community-powered event with a mission.
Join us in honoring those who’ve served our country and communities by making this a night to remember and supporting a cause that will last for years.
Whether you become a sponsor, volunteer, attend the banquet, or simply spread the word — your support matters.
Click the Sponsor link below to get involved — your generosity will be seen, felt, and appreciated.
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Organizers
Eau Claire, WI
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