Centerstone's Past Events

Centerstone’s Past Events

Take a journey through our archive of past signature events. See the impact we've made and the progress we've achieved in improving mental health and well-being. Reflect on our journey and join us in continuing to make a difference!

Life;Story 2024 – Illinois

Date: September 7, 2024

Location: Marion, Illinois

Committee: Fern Martin

395 total participants – 353 registered for the 5K, 23 volunteers, and 20 community partners
Over $50,000 raised to assist individuals and families with little or no resources
Special thanks to all of our sponsors.
Inspirational messages were shared from Aaron and Anna Goletz and 2024 Life;Story Champion, Jaycen McBride.
Big thank you to Mayor Mike Absher, SIU Air Force ROTC Detachment 205, and Charis Goldman for their participation

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Life;Story 2023 – Illinois

Date: September 9, 2023

Location: Marion, Illinois

Committee: Fern Martin and Andy Rains

325 total participants – 246 registered for the 5K, 43 volunteers, and 11 community partners
Over $45,000 raised to assist individuals and families with little or no resources
Special thanks to all our sponsors. View our sponsors
Inspirational message from Christine Snyder and our Life;Story Champions of 2023, Deborah Humphrey, and Cherie Wright
Big thank you to Carterville American Legion, and Amanda Byassee Gott for their participation
Read the post-event press release for more details and a list of event highlights.

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Reclaiming Lives Luncheon 2024 Highlights

Location: Nashville, TN

Date: April 26, 2024

Committee: Kate Cain, Eddie George, and Kerry Wilson

450 total participants
Over $281,000 raised to support Centerstone’s programs
Special thanks to all our sponsors. View Sponsors and Donors
Keynote Speaker: Joe Theismann, discussing overcoming mental adversity and self-reinvention

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Life;Story 2024 – Florida

Date: September 28, 2024

Location: Sarasota, Florida

Committee: Pat Lucas and Jane Roseboro

667 total participants – including runners, volunteers, and supporters from the local community
41 teams – representing various organizations, schools, and local businesses
Over $152,000 raised to assist individuals and families with little or no resources
Special thanks to all our sponsors! View our sponsors
Inspirational messages from Vince Hafeli and congrats to our 2024 Life;Story Champion, Breanne Scott.

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Life;Story 2023 – Florida

Date: September 23, 2023

Location: Sarasota, Florida

Committee: Pat Lucas and Jane Roseboro

762 total participants – including runners, volunteers, and supporters from the local community
61 teams – representing various organizations, schools, and local businesses
Over $159,000 raised to assist individuals and families with little or no resources
Special thanks to all our sponsors! View our sponsors
Inspirational messages from Dr. Blas Villalobos, Renee Hayes, and our Life;Story Champions of 2023, Vince Hafeli, Deputy Holly Forrester, and Deputy Blake Shofter
Read the post-event press release for more details and a list of event highlights

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Bocce 2024

Date: September 19 and 20, 2024

Location: Herrin, Illinois

Committee: Joe Helleny and Bob Chambers

235 total participants –including 20 teams on Corporate Day.
Over $24,000 raised to assist individuals and families with little or no resources
Special thanks to all our sponsors! View our sponsors
Big thank you to Southern Illinois Legislators Dave Severin, Paul Jacobs, and Terri Bryant for playing the opening Exhibition Game against the Client Tournament Team, Highland/Hope’s Corner.

Winning Teams:

Client Day:
- First Place – Highland/Hope’s Corner
- Second Place – Crushers
Corporate Day:
- First Place – JMO Modular
- Second Place – Silkworm