This registration type is a lunch-only ticket. Lunch-only tickets do not include raffle tickets and are valid 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. (Networking Reception & Lunch).

For full event information, please visit the Golf Outing information page.

You may purchase multiple lunch-only tickets in the same transaction. However, you cannot register golfers at the same time you must start a new transaction for each separate ticket type. If you need to register golfers, once you are finished with this transaction, please visit the Golf Outing page to complete those registrations.

To purchase multiple lunch-only tickets, first complete your information. Then scroll down under “Guest Registration” and click the red “Add Guest” button. You can do this as many times as you wish. Your total amount due will appear at the top as you continue to add guests.

To begin your registration, click the red “Register” button on the left side.

This registration type is a full-day ticket with golf on the Ravines course. This ticket has an additional charge added for this premier course.

For full event information, please visit the Golf Outing information page.

To register multiple golfers on this course, first complete your information. Then scroll down under “Guest Registration” and click the red “Add Guest” button. You can do this as many times as you wish. Your total amount due will appear at the top as you continue to add guests.

If you have a foursome preference, please indicate that during the registration process. 

To begin your registration, click the red “Register” button on the left side.

This registration type is a full-day ticket with golf on one of the standard courses (Course 1 or Course 3).

For full event information, please visit the Golf Outing information page.

To register multiple golfers on this course, first complete your information. Then scroll down under “Guest Registration” and click the red “Add Guest” button. You can do this as many times as you wish. Your total amount due will appear at the top as you continue to add guests.

If you have a foursome preference, please indicate that during the registration process. 

The 11th Annual USO BBQ for the Troops fundraiser is taking place again this summer. Each July, Chicagoland new-car dealers rally together for this grassroots initiative that directly supports the USO. Since 2013, dealers have raised over $1.1M for local troops and their families.

The fundraisers ranged from small lunches, to full community festivals featuring patriotic ceremonies, classic car shows, live music, family games and more.

ABOUT THE PROGRAM

More than 10 years ago, the CATA and area new-car dealers partnered with the USO to create the Barbecue for the Troops campaign to raise money for our local troops and their families. What started as a few hot dogs and tin can has now grown into an annual festival which brings in thousands of dollars. In fact, the program’s lifetime total is over $1.1 million raised for the USO!

PARTICIPATING IS EASY AND REWARDING

As a participating dealer, the CATA will provide you with a starter kit of marketing materials you will need to get started including outdoor signage, posters and a social media toolkit. The CATA also runs an area-wide marketing and advertising campaign which includes a listing of all participating dealers and is an excellent opportunity for media exposure. The 2023 event had 85+ participating new-car dealers who hosted events that ranged from online fundraisers, to full-blown community summer festivals that included 21 gun salute, live music, bouncy houses, and, of course, a delicious barbecue meal. As we know, dealers have deep roots in their communities and by participating in the Barbecue for the Troops program, dealers can further connect with their customers and contribute to a great cause.

WAYS TO PARTICIPATE

There are a few ways you can participate in this year's fundraising campaign. Pick one (or all!) of the way that make the most sense for your dealership. All levels of participation will be recognized in various marketing efforts. 

1. Host a BBQ Event
   As in previous years, you can host a BBQ event at your dealership on Saturday, July 13 which will be advertised across the market. These events can range in size from lunch with customers to full-blown community festivals.
   
2. Test Drives for Donations
   Drive traffic to your dealership by inviting your community to come and take a test drive at your dealership. For every test drive in the month of July, your dealership will make a donation to the USO. The CATA suggests a minimum of $10 per test drive.
   
3. Make a Donation
   If you’re unable to participate in one of the activations in July, you can still make an impact! You can make a one-time donation to the USO and be listed as a USO BBQ for the Troops donor on DriveChicago.com.

However you choose to participate, we appreciate you being a part of this important initiative and raising crucial funds for the USO.