We are seeking your help in our ongoing mission to provide our young athletes with a competitive venue in which to learn the game of softball, as well as the value of sportsmanship and teamwork. Ultimately, our goal is to see these developing athletes achieve their dream of playing softball in college on scholarship.

We would appreciate your support, no matter the amount. We host a Christmas Party with Raffles and run a Football Mania Fundraiser. We also accept general donations. The Lightning is a non-profit 501-c-3 corporation, so your donation is 100% tax deductable. Our Tax ID Number is available upon request when a donation is placed.

For any donation of more than $50, we will include your (business) name, logo, web address and business contact information on our web site, as well as place an ad in our annual program book.

Please mail your donation to John Radtke at 394 Woodview Cirlce, Unit B, Elgin, IL 60120. If  If you would like to be included on our website and in our program book, please include your (business) name, logo, website and business contact information. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact John Radtke at 847-812-1522 or northernillinoislightning@gmail.com.