Let's Beat the Funk
Together!
Feel the Energy. Fuel the Cause.
Our Mission & Who We Are
Beat the Funk is a nonprofit organization dedicated to spreading positivity and connection through funk-inspired celebrations.
We host the Annual Beat the Funk Festival each October to honor National Get Funky Day, inviting everyone to turn up the energy, improve the mood, and dance through life.
Through partnerships with local businesses, civic groups, and foundations, we amplify community pride, support local causes, and remind the world that when we get funky together, we grow stronger together.
Beat the Funk is a 100% volunteer-driven nonprofit movement based in Central Illinois that uses music, movement, community, and pure funky energy to support people living with multiple sclerosis and other neurological conditions. What began as a fundraiser connected to the National MS Society has evolved into a locally focused mission where 100% of proceeds stay in Central Illinois to create direct community impact.
At its core, Beat the Funk believes that movement is medicine, community matters, and fundraising should feel inspiring—not transactional. The organization blends live entertainment, wellness, advocacy, and unforgettable experiences to raise awareness and support for programs that improve quality of life.
Beat the Funk Event Series
Beat the Funk is a fundraising event series designed to re-energize communities while generating financial support for aligned causes. Through music-driven experiences, movement, and curated social engagement, the series creates immersive environments that encourage participation, connection, and giving.
By combining entertainment, wellness, and community impact, Beat the Funk positions fundraising as an engaging, emotionally resonant experience rather than a transactional ask—driving both attendance and donor enthusiasm.
Beat the Funk 2026: Putting the FUNK in FUNKtionSat, Oct 033214 N Dries Ln
Beat the Funk 2026: Funk Trivia Night at the Fox PubThu, Jul 30The Fox | Pub and Cafe
Beat the Funk 2026: Funk ’n Catalina Wine MixerSat, Aug 22Tartan Inn
Helping Hands Resale Shoppe (Chillicothe) Supports Beat the Funk 2026Tue, Sep 08Helping Hands Resale Shoppe (Chillicothe
Donate
Donating to the general fund helps provide the flexibility needed to support the greatest needs of our mission. Your contribution allows us to continue creating impactful programs, community events, outreach efforts, and meaningful experiences that directly benefit those we serve. Every donation helps fuel growth, strengthen community connections, and ensure we can continue making a lasting difference where it’s needed most.
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