The Invitation

The Friends of Masons are thrilled to invite you to join us as we gather for our annual Mexican Independence Day Caravana! This event is more than just a celebration—it is an opportunity to unite our community, celebrate our shared heritage, and build the momentum needed for our upcoming service projects in Elgin.

Why We’re Gathering

We are hosting this kickoff as a free, family-friendly ticketed event. Why? Because the heart of our mission is connection. We want to meet the people who make Elgin great, share our vision for the coming year, and invite you to be part of the change we’re building together.

While your ticket is free, we are also using this event to raise small, grassroots donations to fuel our next phase of work. Whether you can give $5 or $50, your contribution goes directly toward the logistics and materials for our community outreach programs.

Your Impact

When you join us, you’re not just attending an event—you’re helping us:

Fund Local Initiatives: Providing the resources for three new community outreach programs.
Strengthen Our Network: Building the base of supporters who keep our projects sustainable.
Create Lasting Change: Helping us reach our goal of assisting 250 additional individuals in the next fiscal quarter.

How to Join

Reserve your free ticket: Click the "Support Our Mission" button to RSVP.
Add a small donation: If you're able, please consider adding a small contribution to help us reach our event goal!
Stay in touch: By registering, you’ll receive updates on our progress and invitations to future service opportunities.

*Keep the Celebration Going! After the Caravana wraps up, head over to Downtown Elgin and Festival Park for the city's official La Fiesta de Elgin. Spend the rest of Mexican Independence Day enjoying live music, incredible local food, and community culture. For more details on the evening celebration, visit the city's official page at elginil.gov/fiesta.

We look forward to seeing you there and celebrating the strength of our community!

Support Our Mission

Friends of Masons 5th Annual Mexican Independence Caravana

Join us for an evening dedicated to creating lasting local change

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