11/16/2025
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Record-Breaking Success: INCROWD815’s Masked Karaoke Trivia Contest (Version 3.0) Distributes Over $7,000 to Local Nonprofits
ROCKFORD, IL – November 15, 2025 – The INCROWD815 organization hosted its most successful event to date with the Masked Karaoke Trivia Contest (Version 3.0) on Thursday, November 13, 2025, at the Tebala Event Center.
The night, defined by mystery, music, and generous giving, successfully elevated the profiles of 12 local not-for-profits and distributed over $7,000 in total prize money through multiple challenges, anchored by the $5,000 Grand Prize sponsored by Medicare 411.
The thrilling competition saw teams battle through three intense rounds of general knowledge Trivia and the celebrity-judged Karaoke challenge.
The night featured high-stakes wins for several local organizations:
The overall $5,000 Grand Prize (sponsored by Medicare411) was secured by Marshmallow’s Hope, whose team was sponsored by Les' Cleaning Service.
The $1,000 Karaoke Challenge Prize (sponsored by Waldom Electronics) went to RAMP (Team Sponsor: ITAC).
Finally, Nikolas Ritschel Foundation (aka. Nik's Wish - Team Sponsor: Jessica Rielly Envoy Mortgage) successfully took home the $1,000 Trivia Challenge Prize (sponsored by Gemini Solar).
The unique "masked" format kept the audience guessing until the final reveal, perfectly blending high-stakes competition with fun, theatrical anonymity and resulting in significant funding for these crucial causes.
“This event encapsulates everything INCROWD815 stands for: bringing the community together for networking and fun, all while driving significant support to organizations that make the 815 area better,” said Greg Saunders for INCROWD815. “We are incredibly grateful to our generous Prize sponsors; Medicare411, Waldom Electronics, and Gemini Solar, Event sponsors; Jessica Rielly- Envoy Mortgage, Rockford, IL and Iverson Painting, and to every team, attendee, and celebrity judge who made this night a huge success for our local non-profits.”
The contest has quickly become a signature philanthropic event for Rockford, providing a creative and engaging platform for small and emerging charities to gain crucial exposure and funding. Plans are already underway for the 2026 contest, promising even more excitement and community impact.
Other event sponsors included: JW Innovative Coaching, Haas Pros, SWIFTT, Quest7, Inc., Shane Worley The Marketing One, The Water Man
Event Details:
* What: The INCROWD815 Masked Karaoke Trivia Contest
* When: Thursday, November 13, 2025, at 7:00 PM
* Where: Tebala Event Center, 7910 Newburg Rd, Rockford, IL
* Highlights: 12 teams competed - 3 rounds of trivia - 1 celebrity judged karaoke performance per team
* $5000 GRAND PRIZE Courtesy of Medicare411
* $1000 Trivia Prize Courtesy of Gemini Solar
* $1000 Karaoke Prize Courtesy of Waldom Electronics
* ALL PRIZE MONEY going to the winning team’s chosen not-for-profit!
About INCROWD815:
INCROWD815 is a networking group and podcast dedicated to promoting and supporting not-for-profit organizations and the businesses that champion them within the Rockford, IL / 815 area. Through unique events and engaging content, INCROWD815 fosters community connection and highlights the positive impact of local initiatives. The last INCROWD815 event of 2025 is Dec 3rd at the Ross Person VFW Rockford sponsored by WLM & Associates Painting to benefit Veterans Smile. Learn more at INCROWD815.com
