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Red Out Fundraiser
In Honor of Ilir Banushi

Ilir's Giving Heart Foundation

Spreading love, hope, and support to families in need. Together, we honor Ilir's legacy through compassion and community.

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Our Impact

The Good We've Done

$18K+
Raised at the Red Out
Milton v. Edgerton Basketball Game
$60K+
in Scholarships
Helping students pursue higher education
30+
Grants Given Out
Awarded to Edgerton students
100+
Volunteers
Community members who gave their time

“Ilir was well known in the community for his generosity and willingness to give back to everyone in need.”

Founded in 2024 in honor and memory of Ilir Banushi, the foundation continues his legacy of bringing people together and extending a hand to anyone in need. Every dollar raised goes directly back into our community through grants, scholarships, and grassroots events.

Past Events

Ilir Fest 2026
Saturday, June 27th, 2026

Ilir Fest 2026

Downtown Edgerton

Ilir's spirit of giving and bringing friends and family together filled the streets of downtown Edgerton for an all-day celebration in his honor. From noon until well into the evening, the community gathered for food, music, and a raffle drawing to carry his generosity forward — continuing the foundation's mission of turning his memory into support for the people around us.

Celebration of Life Block Party
June 22nd, 2024

Celebration of Life Block Party

Two Brothers Bar, Fulton Street

Once met, never forgotten. Ilir loved bringing people together and extending a hand to anyone in need. A special tribute Block Party starting at 2PM — family, friends, and music. Appearances by Pink Houses, The Gary Band, Mad Tadders, and special guest Jason Stubbs.

Red Out Fundraiser
January 22nd, 2024

Red Out Fundraiser

Milton v. Edgerton Basketball Game

The community showed up wearing red in memory of Ilir, raising over $18,000 for educational grants. Ilir's youngest son Brenon led Milton to victory — playing the game his father would have played on the opposite side decades before.

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