Benefiting

Year 6

LAWRENCE TRADITION

$123K+

DONATED TO NONPROFITS

25

ORGANIZATIONS SUPPORTED

12,300

RECORD VISITORS IN 2025

  • Year 6

    LAWRENCE TRADITION

  • $123K+

    DONATED TO NONPROFITS

  • 25

    ORGANIZATIONS SUPPORTED

  • 12,300

    RECORD VISITORS IN 2025

LIGHTING UP LIVES

More Than A Lights Show,

A Community Fundraiser

Lawrence Lights is a drive-thru holiday experience run by the Lawrence Sertoma Club, a community service organization dedicated to making a difference in Douglas County.

They give back through grants that are funded by proceeds from the event and awarded to nonprofit organizations in Douglas County.

Every dollar raised stays local. When you buy a ticket, you're not just making memories with your family; you're directly supporting nonprofits doing meaningful work right here in our community.

That's what separates Lawrence Lights from every other holiday lights show. You're making magic. And making a difference.

2025 BENEFICIARIES

Ballard Center

Early childhood education and family support programs serving Douglas County since 1969.

Just Food

Douglas County's food bank, providing groceries and meals to neighbors facing food insecurity.

Schiefelbusch Clinic

Free speech, language, and hearing services for community members of every age.

Parks & Rec Wee Folks Scholarship

Funding and financial support for local children to be able to participate in youth sports clubs.

  • Ballard Center

    Early childhood education and family support programs serving Douglas County since 1969.

  • Just Food

    Douglas County's food bank, providing groceries, meals, and more to neighbors facing food insecurity.

  • Schiefelbusch Clinic

    Offering comprehensive services to people with communicative disorders throughout the community.

  • Parks & Rec Wee Folks Scholarship

    Funding and financial support for local children to be able to participate in youth sports clubs.

Sertoma White

HOSTED BY LAWRENCE SERTOMA CLUB

The Lawrence Sertoma Club has served the Lawrence community for generations. Lawrence Lights is their flagship fundraiser; a percentage of every dollar raised goes directly to Douglas County nonprofits.

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Meet the 2025 Recipients

Just Food

Ballard Center

Schiefelbusch Clinic

Lawrence Parks & Rec

PREVIOUS RECIPIENTS:

100 Good Women, Artists Helping the Homeless, Children's Advocacy Center of Douglas County, City of Lawrence, Cottonwood, DCCCA, Family Promise, Heartland Community Center, Lawrence Schools Foundation, LMH Health Foundation, Mirror, O'Connell Children's Shelter, Ready for Good, Senior Resource Center, Tenants to Homeowners, and Willow Domestic Violence Center.

Become a Beneficiary

Applications close September 11, 2026

Lawrence Sertoma Club awards grants to local nonprofit organizations, funded by proceeds from Lawrence Lights. If your organization is interested in becoming a beneficiary, apply for consideration and help us turn holiday magic into meaningful support for our community.

Check the timeline

The grant will be open from July 17th to September 11th.

Gather the materials

Basic organization info, EIN #, proposal details, etc.

Submit the application

Send via email or to P.O. Box 327, Lawrence, KS 66044.

Have questions?

Feel free to reach out to grants@lawrencesertoma.org.