MCSO FOP Lodge 176

01/07/2026

🎄Thank You for 21 Years! 🎄

We want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to the Chiddix Junior High School volleyball team for volunteering their time and energy to help McLean County deputies assemble 150 food baskets for families in need during the holidays. Your teamwork and dedication are truly inspiring!

A special thank you to The Baby Fold for partnering with the McLean County Deputies FOP Lodge #176 to make this yearly tradition possible. Together, we’ve been able to bring joy and support to countless families in our community.

We’d also like to thank Hy-Vee for graciously hosting us for the 6th year in a row. Your continued support and generosity make this event a success year after year.

It’s partnerships like these that remind us of the power of community. Thank you all for helping us make a difference! ❤️

11/10/2025

🎯 Supporting Our Heroes! 🇺🇸

McLean County Deputies FOP Lodge #176 is proud to donate $2,500 to HOOAH Deer Hunt For Heroes — an incredible organization dedicated to giving back to our veterans through outdoor experiences and community support.

We’re honored to stand behind a mission that helps those who’ve served our country find connection, healing, and purpose in the great outdoors.

Thank you to everyone who supports our fundraisers and community events, your generosity makes contributions like this possible! 💙

08/22/2025

FOP Lodge #176 was able to have not one, but two teams attend the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Illinois Golf Fore Kids Sake outing this year! We’re thankful to be given the opportunity every year to support such a great cause. We can’t wait to see everyone next year! ⛳️🏌🏻

Photo 1 (left to right): Deputy Kauffman, Deputy Albee, Sgt. Krone, and Deputy Fleck

Photo 2 (left to right): Deputy Auer & Sgt. Haynes

06/03/2025

🎉 Congratulations to Our Raffle Winners! 🎉

The McLean County Sheriff’s Office FOP Lodge #176 would like to extend a big THANK YOU to everyone who participated in our recent raffle fundraiser! Your support helps us continue to give back to our community.

👏 A special congratulations to our winners:

🏆 Grand Prize Winner – Ticket #035
🥈 Second Place – Ticket #007
🥉 Third Place – Ticket #066

We appreciate each and every one of you who bought a ticket and supported our cause. Stay tuned for more events and opportunities to get involved!

05/29/2025

🚔💙 Giving Back to Our Community 💙🚔

McLean County Deputies FOP Lodge #176 is proud to support the mission of Big Brothers Big Sisters with a donation made possible by the generosity of our community and supporters.

Your continued support allows us to give back to organizations that make a real difference in the lives of local youth. Big Brothers Big Sisters does incredible work providing mentorship, guidance, and positive role models — and we’re honored to stand behind their efforts.

Thank you to everyone who helps make this possible! Together, we’re building a stronger, safer, and more connected McLean County.

Cory Wills, Nick Snyders, Kenny Richmond of
FOP LODGE 176 McLean County Sheriff's Police present their $5,000 donation to Jeff Parmenter of BBBS.
Thank you for this generous donation!

05/27/2025

If you haven’t gotten your ticket yet, you still have a chance! We only have 12 tickets left! Less than a week until the drawing!

🎟️ RAFFLE TIME! 🎟️

Support the McLean County Deputies FOP Lodge #176 and get your chance to win BIG!

We’re raffling off a Springfield Prodigy 4.25” model — valued at $1,500 — complete with two magazines and a lock box!

Prefer cash? You can choose $1,000 instead!

Tickets are $50 each!

Tickets are limited — only 100 will be sold!
The drawing will be held on June 2, 2025, or as soon as all tickets are sold — whichever comes first.

To purchase a ticket:

Stop by the McLean County Sheriff’s Office or reach out to any deputy.

Don’t miss your chance to win and support a great cause — get your ticket today!

05/03/2025

🎟️ RAFFLE TIME! 🎟️

Support the McLean County Deputies FOP Lodge #176 and get your chance to win BIG!

We’re raffling off a Springfield Prodigy 4.25” model — valued at $1,500 — complete with two magazines and a lock box!

Prefer cash? You can choose $1,000 instead!

Tickets are $50 each!

Tickets are limited — only 100 will be sold!
The drawing will be held on June 2, 2025, or as soon as all tickets are sold — whichever comes first.

To purchase a ticket:

Stop by the McLean County Sheriff’s Office or reach out to any deputy.

Don’t miss your chance to win and support a great cause — get your ticket today!

03/14/2025

🎉 FOP 176 Raffle Winners Announced! 🎉

Thank you to everyone who participated in our raffle and supported the McLean County Deputies FOP Lodge #176!

$100 Cash Prize Winners:
🎟️ Ticket #144
🎟️ Ticket #086
🎟️ Ticket #212
🎟️ Ticket #170

Grand Prize – Springfield Echelon or $500 Cash:
🎟️ Ticket #255

Winners will be contacted by an FOP representative.

We appreciate your support! Stay tuned for more ways to get involved. 🚔💙

01/13/2025

🚗 Help Keep Our Children Safe! 🚗

Did you know that motor vehicle accidents are the leading cause of death and injury for children under 14? The right safety seat can make all the difference—reducing the risk of injury by 71% for infants and 54% for toddlers aged 1 to 4.

The McLean County Sheriff’s Office FOP Lodge #176 is hosting a Child Safety Seat Fundraiser to provide life-saving car seats to local children in need.

We currently have a waiting list of children who urgently need a sponsored car seat. For just $50, you can provide a car seat that could save a life.

💙 Make a Difference Today! 💙
To donate, call (309) 454-7692.

Your generosity helps us protect the youngest members of our community. Thank you for your support!

01/07/2025

🎯🔥 Raffle Alert! 🔥🎯

Support McLean County Deputies FOP Lodge #176 and grab your chance to win BIG!

🎁 Grand Prize: Springfield Echelon Compact with a lockbox OR $500 cash!
💵 4 Additional Prizes: $100 cash each!

🎟️ Tickets: Only $20 each
📅 Drawing: March 14, 2025, OR as soon as 300 tickets are sold

To purchase a ticket:
• Contact any McLean County deputy
• Stop by the McLean County Sheriff’s Office

Don’t miss your shot—these tickets will sell fast! Get yours today and support your local FOP Lodge #176.

Thank you for your support, and good luck to all participants!

All proceeds benefit McLean County Deputies FOP Lodge #176.

12/19/2024

🎄Thank You for 20 Years! 🎄

We want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to the Chiddix Junior High School volleyball team for volunteering their time and energy to help McLean County deputies assemble 150 food baskets last night for families in need. Your teamwork and dedication are truly inspiring!

A special thank you to The Baby Fold for partnering with the McLean County Deputies FOP Lodge #176 to make this yearly tradition possible. Together, we’ve been able to bring joy and support to countless families in our community.

We’d also like to thank Hy-Vee for graciously hosting us for the 5th year in a row. Your continued support and generosity make this event a success year after year.

It’s partnerships like these that remind us of the power of community. Thank you all for helping us make a difference! ❤️

11/13/2024

We’re proud to announce that FOP Lodge #176 has donated $2,000 to the HOOAH organization! 🇺🇸

We’re honored to have received an award recognizing our years of continued support for HOOAH’s mission of serving veterans and their families. Thank you to everyone who has supported our fundraising efforts—together, we’re making a difference!