Catholic Charities of Coles, Douglas and Edgar Counties Hosts 2026 Annual Fundraiser – Murder on a Train Dinner Theatre

Mattoon Catholic Charities will be hosting its annual fundraiser on Saturday, March 28, 2026 at The Immaculate Conception Parish Center located at 1920 Richmond Ave in Mattoon, IL.

The Murder on a Train Dinner Theatre event will be from 5:00 – 10:00 p.m. Tickets are $30 per person and include dinner from Griffins Catering. There will be a silent auction, wine & whiskey raffle, and 50/50 raffle. Ticket(s) may be purchased in advance on our website at: https://cc.dio.org/events/mattoon-2026-annual-fundraiser. If you are unable to attend the annual fundraiser, but would still like to make a donation, we appreciate your support.

“Everyone falls and needs a helping hand from time to time. With the continued dedication of our highly motivated staff, selfless volunteers and our generous board members, we are able to provide that helping hand to those in need. We are grateful for community members who continue to extend kindness and grace to Catholic Charities,” said Joshua Benton Area Director of Catholic Charities of Coles, Douglas and Edgar Counties.

Programs offered by Catholic Charities of Coles, Douglas and Edgar Counties include: The Food Pantry, Mobile Food Pantry, Clothing, Housewares, and Furniture Assistance, MedAssist, Blessed Baby, Adaptive Equipment Loan Program, & Boomerang Blessings Resale Store.

For more information about Catholic Charities of Coles, Douglas and Edgar Counties, to make a donation or to volunteer contact Josh Benton, Area Director at 217-235-0420 or jbenton_matt@cc.dio.org.