Dear Illinois Republican Family,

We are thrilled to announce that Congressman Byron Donalds will be the keynote speaker at our upcoming Red Gala. As he embarks on his campaign for Florida governor, he has the opportunity to make history as the state’s first Black governor, succeeding term-limited Gov. Ron DeSantis. Individual tickets will go on sale on March 10, but we’re excited to offer you an exclusive opportunity to be among the first to sponsor and reserve a table.

Sponsor

The Illinois Republican Party Red Gala’s organizing committee is a passionate group of Republican volunteers dedicated to making a difference in Illinois. Our mission is vital: to raise funds for our early voting, Vote-By-Mail (VBM), and Get Out The Vote (GOTV) initiatives.

With our 2nd annual gala, we are creating an annual tradition that Illinois Republicans can rally behind and use as a platform to keep fighting for our values in the state. Your contribution will play a pivotal role in helping us achieve our goals, and bring about positive change in our beloved state.

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We invite you to support our mission by donating to our Wine Cellar Auction and Silent Auction! Your generosity will directly contribute to our efforts in driving positive change across Illinois.

Donate to the Wine Cellar Auction: Help us build an incredible selection by contributing a bottle (or more!) of your favorite wine. Every donation brings us closer to our fundraising goals and strengthens our movement.

Promote Your Business & Support the Gala: Are you a small business owner? Showcase your products or services by donating an item to our Silent Auction! This is a fantastic opportunity to gain visibility while supporting a cause that matters. Your contributions make a difference—thank you for your generosity! To donate or learn more, visit https://illinois.gop/redgala/

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Competing in Critical Initiatives: Last election cycle, the Democrats invested nearly $20 million in early voting, VBM, and GOTV initiatives, while we could allocate only approximately $400,000. This disparity greatly affected the outcomes of many close races. However, Republicans made significant gains in early voting and utilizing VBM as more Republicans embraced voting before Election Day, thanks to the efforts of our first Bank Your Vote gala.

2024 Results: Republicans were the only voting group who increased their share of mail/early voters from 2020 to 2024.

The Illinois Republican Party increased Republican mail and early vote turnout by 35%.
1 in 4 low propensity Republicans voted before Election Day–the highest percentage in Illinois history.
Low propensity Republicans voted early and by mail at a higher rate than unreliable Democrats for the first time in IL history, outperforming them by 7.6%.

The Red Gala will bring together a group of passionate Republicans in one room, ignite the base’s enthusiasm, and leave with a sense of positive momentum leading into the next election cycle. Together, we aim to reclaim Illinois for the Republican Party.

Contact [email protected] to sponsor and secure your table!

In the 2024 election cycle, we partnered with local Republican parties to ensure a strong presence during vote-by-mail processing. As we move forward, it’s essential to continue these efforts, as Republican election judges are in high demand during this crucial period. With vote-by-mail remaining a significant part of our elections, we encourage you to get involved. If you're interested in volunteering or want more information, please contact CJ Parker at [email protected]. Sign up today to serve as an election judge in the upcoming election!

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We also reviewed the voting records of all commissioned Republican election judges in the City of Chicago, suburban Cook County, St. Clair County, and East St. Louis. Alarmingly, many of these so-called Republican election judges have a history of voting in Democratic primaries. This is unacceptable. We must do a better job of ensuring that our Republican election judge positions are filled by committed Republicans who uphold our values.

We need all eyes on the ballot. It’s critical that Republicans step up as poll watchers to safeguard the integrity of our elections. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact CJ Parker.

To learn how you can help protect Illinois elections, visit the Illinois Election Integrity Program website at www.ieip.org. Whether you can volunteer a little or a lot, every effort counts—join the Illinois Election Integrity Program today!