LMJ's Lost Souls partnership with Schaumburg Boomers brings in surprise donation
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SCHAUMBURG, Ill. - illiNews -- Last week, LMJ's Lost Souls – Alzheimer's Fund was honored to announce that it received a surprise $10,000 donation from REV Entertainment, the new ownership group of the Schaumburg Boomers, presented during a press conference held at Wintrust Field on February 4, 2026. The generous donation was made in recognition of the tremendous legacy of Pat Salvi, former owner of the Boomers and long-time supporter of community engagement and giving back.

At the press event commemorating REV Entertainment's purchase of the Schaumburg Boomers, a franchise bought in 2012 by Pat and Lindy Salvi and beloved throughout the Chicagoland community, attendees were treated to a heartfelt moment when REV Entertainment leadership announced their gift to LMJ's Lost Souls.

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"We were completely taken by surprise and deeply moved," said Kari-Ann Ryan, Co-Founder of LMJ's Lost Souls- Alzheimer's Fund. "This contribution from REV Entertainment, made in honor of Pat Salvi's years of community leadership and his support of giving back will directly impact families and individuals navigating the challenges of this disease."

The donation reflects both REV Entertainment's commitment to community involvement and its recognition of the Salvi family's longstanding dedication to meaningful causes in the region. Michael Larson, Vice President & General Manager of the Schaumburg Boomers, played a pivotal role in making the donation announcement possible and has been praised by LMJ's Lost Souls for his support and collaboration. He has been instrumental in helping LMJ's Lost Souls raise over $40,000 through a partnership in executing the Alzheimer's Awareness Boomers Baseball game held yearly for the past seven years. Check out all the upcoming events on their website: https://www.lostsoulsendalz.org/

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"We are incredibly grateful to REV Entertainment and Michael Larson for choosing LMJ's Lost Souls as the beneficiary of this generous donation," Ryan added. "It's a powerful example of how sports organizations can leverage their platforms for community good and help advance the fight against Alzheimer's."

About LMJ's Lost Souls – Alzheimer's Fund
LMJ's Lost Souls- Alzheimer's Fund is a nonprofit organization dedicated to raising awareness, supporting research, and providing resources for individuals and families affected by Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia. Through education, advocacy, and community partnerships, LMJ's Lost Souls works to improve quality of life and support those navigating the complexities of memory loss diseases in their community.