Grayslake Police & Fire Face Off Against "Beat Bob" in Charity Volleyball Showdown – Sept 13th, 2025
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GRAYSLAKE, Ill. - Californer -- This September, Grayslake's bravest will take to the volleyball court in a unique community event like no other. Nationally known motivational speaker and one-man volleyball team Bob Holmes, also known as "Beat Bob," will take on members of the Grayslake Police and Fire Departments in a high-energy, family-friendly showdown aimed at raising funds and food for local causes.

The event is scheduled for September 13^th at the College of Lake County gymnasium and will include appearances by Doug Plank, former Chicago Bears safety, and potentially other NFL alumni.

Bob Holmes is no ordinary athlete. As a one-man volleyball team, he has played more than 20,000 games across the country, taking on pro athletes, entire student bodies, and even military teams. His mission: to deliver a message of perseverance, resilience, and hope, while taking a powerful stand against bullying, teenage suicide and vaping. Through his high-energy games and motivational talks, Bob empowers audiences to rise above adversity and stand up for themselves and others.

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"I've played over 20,000 games across the country, but every time I take the court, my mission is the same — to inspire people to stand up, speak out, and rise above life's challenges," said Bob Holmes. "Grayslake's police and firefighters are true heroes, and I can't wait to meet them on the court for a cause that matters."

This event is powered by Inspire.World, a purpose-driven fundraising platform that works closely with schools, sport teams, churches, and nonprofits to empower year-round giving.

"At Inspire.World, we believe fundraising can be both meaningful and fun," said Charles Kruse, CEO & Founder of Inspire.World. "This event brings together first responders, schools, veterans, and families in one weekend of connection and community impact, and we're proud to support it."

Ticket Details:
- $6 Adults | $3 Kids
- Bring a canned food item (for each ticket purchased) and get $1 off per ticket (limit: 1 can per person)
- All food donations support Veterans Path for Hope and St. Gilbert's Food Pantry.

Proceeds from ticket sales will be shared equally among the Grayslake Police Department, Grayslake Fire Department, College of Lake County, and St. Gilberts Church.

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Special Features Include:

• Beat Bob vs. GPD & GFD in a volleyball showdown
• Appearances by NFL alumni including Doug Plank
• Food drive, community sponsors, and giveaways
• Business coupon flyers and school fundraising challenges

To request press credentials, interviews, or additional materials, contact:
Inspire.World Media Team
media@inspire.world

About Inspire.World
Inspire.World empowers organizations to achieve fundraising success, leveraging cause purchasing along with an innovative, always-on platform that transforms everyday spending into powerful and impactful donations.  We are taking the same dollars that consumers are spending daily and redistributing them back into your ecosystem to have a greater social impact on our communities.  We direct 50% of proceeds back to our partnering organizations across our global e-commerce and information ecosystem as we believe in DOING GOOD! Learn more at www.inspire.world.