Millpine Derby

Last year the Millpine Derby raised $4,800 for Millstadt area food distribution programs, a little over 50% of their yearly budget, and in 2025 we hope to make an even bigger impact!
Childhood hunger is a widespread issue and it is no different here in the Millstadt community. In addition, recent grant programs funding these programs in our community have run out.
Here alone 22% of students are on free/reduced lunch, 26% of our kids are coming to school without breakfast.  That means that over 1/4 of our student population comes to school not fully prepared ready to learn. Plus, on the weekends and during the summer months many students go without meals.
We here at Millpond Brewing learned about this issue impacting our community and are determined to help fund food distribution programs during, before, after school, and summer break with a little fun and a lot of beer.
Along with the help from Millstadt Consolidated School and St. James Catholic School please join us in raising money for these programs during Millpine Derby which will take place February 2nd, 2025 from 1PM-4PM at Millpond Brewing (308 E. Washington St, Millstadt, IL 62260).
Relive your scouting glory days, show off your handy wood workmanship, or just come out for some fun and cheer on your favorite racer with an ice cold beer.
All funds raised from the Millpine Derby will go toward funding school lunch programs, student breakfast, plus after school, weekend, and summer food programs.
What is Millpine Derby?
Pinewood Derby style race at Millpond Brewing taking place on February 2nd, 2025 1pm-4pm. All proceeds will be donated to food distribution programs at MCS and St. James.
Cash Prizes Awarded 1st – 3rd Place, payouts dependent on number of entries and will be confirmed on Race Day.
There are three ways to race your pinewood car at the Millpine Derby.
Individual Entries – Good for one entry into the Millpine Derby. BSA rules apply to all car entries. ($25)
Corporate Sponsorship Package ($150)
Includes signage day of the event
One entry into the Corporate Sponsorship race (BSA rules apply) - You must build your own car
Entry Deadline January 19th
What are the BSA (Boy Scouts of America) Rules?
Width shall not exceed 2-3/4 inches.
Length shall not exceed 7 inches.
Weight shall not exceed 5 ounces.
Axles, wheels, and body shall be from the materials provided in the kit. Additional wheels can be purchased separately. No shaving wheels.
Wheel bearings, washers, and bushings are prohibited.
Graphite, Silicone or Lubricating oil may be used on the axles as long as there are no wet substances on the car to fowl the track.
The car shall not ride on any kind of spring.
The car must be free-wheeling, with no starting devices.
No loose materials of any kind are allowed in the car.
Insider tip, certain BSA shops in the metro area now carry pre-carved cars.
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