With members spanning from Galena, IL to Des Monies, IA, we cover a lot of ground. This means all sorts of public appearances across Western Illinois and Eastern Iowa for various local charities and events. We take a lot of pride in donning the proton packs for the greater good of our respective communities (even if it isn’t for the greater good for our backs).

Our most dear charitable cause is donating money to the Stead Family Children’s Hospital at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics. Every dollar donated (unless specified for the event) and profits from sales goes towards Stead’s via a check from our EIN account. We also have our Gold Rush site provided by the University of Iowa Center for Advancement. Even more special, as we are a Sony and Ghost Corps recognized franchise, we participate in the Ghostbusters Give Back program. This is a partnership between Sony/Ghost Corps, Starlight Children’s Foundation, the various Ghostbusters franchises across the country. Every dollar raised by the various franchises is matched by Sony to Starlight, which is then used to purchase Ghostbusters inspired hospital gowns for pediatric patients. We just wrapped up our first year campaign and were able to give $4,000 to Stead’s. Sony wants the keep the initiative going for 2026 – 2027, so we we are too. For more info on Ghostbusters Give Back and to see the various franchises participating, click here.

Bustin’ pediatric cancer makes us feel good and we can’t do that without YOU!

Stead’s Check #1 2025

Stead’s Check #2 2025