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Girl Scouts of Greater Chicago and Northwest Indiana 2025 Tribute to Achievement
Confidence. Safety. Support. Education. Imagine a world where girls never have to worry about these essentials.
“Embrace Possibilities” Girls need to have the opportunity to simply be themselves. Owning who they are and recognizing that they are more than enough. In a safe environment, where they can explore life and discover who they can become. Through experiences like travel, outdoor adventures, and career exploration, Girl Scouts can unleash the power inside them.
We accept the challenge of showing girls that their possibilities are endless – by developing programs that foster growth and life skills. We cheer them on as they face their fears, empowering them to recognize their ability to change the world around them.
This year’s Tribute to Achievement Dinner highlights the Girl Scout Mission in action. Join us as we honor community and corporate leaders who support girls and women, demonstrating vision and purpose to create a better world.
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Girl Scouts of Greater Chicago and Northwest Indiana
Attn: Tribute to Achievement
20 South Clark Street
Suite 200
Chicago, IL 60603
Event Contact: Molly McDonald
About Girl Scouts of Greater Chicago and Northwest Indiana
Girl Scouts of Greater Chicago and Northwest Indiana provides more than 53,000 girls in our community exceptional experiences that enrich girls’ life skills, energize their passions and empower them to go after their big dreams. Our girls mean business. As Girl Scouts, they’re part of a world that embraces gender equity, workforce readiness and respect for all. They explore careers in STEM and business; they engage in inspirational conversations with women mentors during programs like Camp CEO and Project Law Track; and they cultivate cross-cultural friendships that are a foundation for their future.
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Lincoln Presidential Foundation’s Lincoln Leadership Prize
2025 Lincoln Leadership Prize Recipient
Sam Waterston
Sam Waterston is renowned for his remarkable career in film, television, and theater. He is widely recognized for his portrayal of President Abraham Lincoln in the critically acclaimed play Abe Lincoln in Illinois, which earned him a Tony nomination, as well as in other productions that have brought Lincoln’s legacy to life.
The Lincoln Leadership Prize is an annual award that recognizes outstanding individuals for a lifetime of service in the spirit of the 16th President of the United States, Abraham Lincoln. The award honors individuals who accept the responsibilities imposed by history and demanded by conscience, who show great strength of character and exhibit unwavering commitment to the defining principles of democracy. The Lincoln Leadership Prize ceremony serves as the primary fundraiser for the Lincoln Presidential Foundation.
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Lincoln Presidential Foundation
c/o Samantha McGee
520 South 8th Street
Springfield, IL 62703
Event Contact: Grace Tuzik
About Lincoln Presidential Foundation
Established in 2000, the Lincoln Presidential Foundation is a 501c3 nonprofit public charity headquartered in Illinois. The Foundation’s purpose is to support, sustain, and provide educational and public programming, research, and access to historic places and collections, related to the life and legacy of Abraham Lincoln, in cooperation with other entities. Its vision is the global protection and expansion of freedom and democracy inspired by the life and work of President Abraham Lincoln. Learn more at lincolnpresidential.org.
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Providence St. Mel School Celebration! 2024
The annual Celebration! dinner raises crucial funds to benefit Providence St. Mel, an outstanding independent preschool through 12th grade college preparatory school on the West Side.
You can register for the event or make a donation by choosing one of the below payment options.
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Providence St. Mel School Celebration! 2024
c/o PJH & Associates, Inc.
70 West Madison Street
Suite 200
Chicago, IL 60602
Event Contact: Jennifer Breslin
About Providence St. Mel
PSM makes college dreams a reality for students with a proven model of academic excellence. Home to an engaging and challenging core curriculum, a variety of extracurricular activities, and a focus on building the character and confidence of students, PSM students achieve beyond the classroom. By working with students from preschool through high school, this individualized approach is a truly college-preparatory education. In fact, since 1978, Providence St. Mel School has had a 100% college acceptance rate.
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The 33rd Annual Motorola Solutions Foundation Excellence in Public Service Award, presented and administered by the Civic Federation
The Excellence in Public Service Award recognizes a non-elected government employee who has had an extraordinary impact on the quality of state or local government services in Illinois. The award seeks to honor individuals who show dedication to a vision of quality management, leadership and innovation that leads to lasting achievements and more effective government.
33rd Motorola Solutions Foundation Excellence in Public Service Award Honoree:
Juan Salgado
Chancellor, City Colleges of Chicago
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The Civic Federation
10 North Dearborn Street
Suite 800
Chicago, IL 60602
Event Contact: Jane Finegan
About The Civic Federation
The mission of the Civic Federation is to provide objective research, analysis and recommendations that:
• Champion efficient delivery of high-quality government services
• Promote sustainable tax policies and responsible long-term financial planning
• Improve government transparency and accountability
• Educate and serve as a resource for policymakers, opinion leaders and the broader public
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Chicago Fire Department Foundation 2024 Tribute to Broad Shoulders Luncheon
The Chicago Fire Department Foundation – an independent charitable organization that supports the brave men and women of the Chicago Fire Department – will host the 2024 Tribute to Broad Shoulders Luncheon on December 11 at the Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel. This year, the CFDF will present the Founders Award to Wintrust, accepted by Tim Crane, President and CEO, in recognition and gratitude for the bank’s extraordinary partnership since the Foundation’s early years. The CFDF will also honor several distinguished Chicago Fire Department firefighters and paramedics for their acts of duty that went above and beyond.
Proceeds from this event help fund critical training and equipment upgrades, cutting edge technology and drones, fire safety education, assistance to CFD members and their families in time of need and the distribution of home fire extinguishers, smoke and CO detectors in high-risk areas.
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Chicago Fire Department Foundation
c/o PJH & Associates, Inc.
70 West Madison Street
Suite 200
Chicago, IL 60602
Event Contact: Grace Tuzik
About Chicago Fire Department Foundation
The Chicago Fire Department Foundation is the official non-profit organization to support the Chicago Fire Department. The funds raised will assist the Department in its mission to prevent and respond to fires, medical emergencies, disaster and terrorist acts, protecting the lives and property of residents and visitors in Chicago. The CFDF supports the critical lifesaving work of the Chicago Fire Department by working collaboratively with the CFD and its members to support its most crucial priorities; to reduce firefighter, paramedic, and civilian deaths and injury. The Foundation supports CFD initiatives for education, fire prevention, training and equipment needs that are not funded through city, state or federal budgets.
For more information about the Chicago Fire Department Foundation, please visit https://cfdfoundation.com/.
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Columbia College Chicago The Power of Persistence: Columbia's Scholarship Fundraiser
Join Columbia College Chicago for The Power of Persistence, an immersive experience designed, curated, and driven by students.
Creative careers begin at Columbia. As a guest, you will be guided through exhibitions, performances, and interactive stations giving you a behind-the-scenes look at how Columbia prepares students for careers in creative industries.
The Power of Persistence has one purpose: to raise funds for Persistence Scholarships, ensuring students have the financial backing needed to graduate college
Thursday, December 5, 2024
6:00 PM Interactive Reception | 7:30 PM Program and Dinner
Columbia College Chicago Student Center, 754 S. Wabash Ave. Chicago, IL 60605
Complimentary Valet Parking
Urban Chic/Cocktail Attire
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Donor-advised fund (DAF) payments are only accepted if event benefits are waived. Bifurcated payments through DAFs are not allowed.
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Columbia College Chicago Annual Benefit 2024
c/o PJH & Associates, Inc.
70 West Madison Street
Suite 200
Chicago, IL 60602
Event Contact: Livia Kenney
Click here to view images, video, and more from the 2023 event!
About Columbia College Chicago
Columbia College Chicago is a college for creatives, founded in 1890 and accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. We are a liberal arts college that offers majors in creative disciplines; students are immersed from day one in a practice-based, multidisciplinary education in media, fine, and performing arts.
The college’s mission is to position graduates to become authors of the culture of their times. At our core, we equip our students with the skills and creative confidence to reimagine the cultural realities of the world we all inhabit. Many of our students, like many of our faculty, are innovators who transform industries and even create new ones.
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Leo Catholic High School 2024 Scholarship Benefit
Join us for Leo Catholic High School’s eighth annual Scholarship Benefit. The event plays a vital role in Leo’s ongoing ability to change young lives, as all proceeds support the school’s scholarship program. The event’s success has translated into expanded scholarship funding that has helped Leo increase its enrollment by nearly 60 percent over the past five years. This year Leo will honor Jim Stankiewicz, Class of 1966, with the Andy McKenna Leo Legacy Award.
Special recognition offered to Leo Booster level and up.
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Leo Catholic High School
Attn: Jim Earner
7901 South Sangamon Street
Chicago, IL 60620
Event Contact: Molly McDonald
About Leo Catholic High School
Since opening our doors in 1926, we at Leo have educated generations of young men who have gone on to create and serve a better, stronger Chicago. A Leo education may be more important than ever today as street violence and economic inequities plague our city. We continue to prepare and inspire young men to take hold of the future—we are proud of our 100-percent graduation rate for the last 12 years, with every senior accepted to college. They will return to engage the next generation of Leo Men. Help us continue our work. Become a sponsor today.
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Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce 33rd Daniel H. Burnham Award Dinner
The Daniel H. Burnham Award for Distinguished Leadership was created by the Board of Directors of the Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce in 1992 to pay tribute to a prominent business leader who works tirelessly to advance the Chicagoland business climate while making significant civic contributions that make Chicago a world-class place to live and work.
Our previous Burnham Award Honorees have taught the Chicago region and the world how great business leaders can simultaneously be great societal leaders. They are the dreamers, architects and masons of a community ever being built taller, smarter, stronger and more inclusive. What this process looks like is ever-evolving yet the spirit of the Award remains constant. Each honoree is a force both for business and the betterment our community. And like Daniel Burnham himself, they shall “Make no little plans.”
33rd Daniel H. Burnham Honoree
Michelle L. Collins, President of Cambium LLC
Daniel H. Burnham Award Dinner Co-Chairs
Shawn Beber, President and CEO of CIBC Bank USA
Richard S. Price, Executive Chairman of Mesirow
Patrick G. Ryan, Executive Chairman of Ryan Specialty
Michael J. Sacks, Chairman and CEO of GCM Grosvenor
Elizabeth Thompson, CEO of The CAFE Group
Bob Wislow, Chairman and CEO of Parkside Realty
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Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce
c/o PJH & Associates, Inc.
70 West Madison Street
Suite 200
Chicago, IL 60602
Event Contact: Jennifer Breslin
About Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce
The Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce combines the power of people, with our legacy of leadership and business advocacy, to drive a dynamic economy. We focus on delivering value for our members, making Chicagoland a world-class place to live and work.
Founded in 1904, the Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce is a private, non-profit business assistance and economic development organization dedicated to helping area businesses grow as well as promoting the economic development of the region.
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Chicago International 2024 Gala
The Chicago International Gala is a wonderful evening hosted by World Business Chicago and Chicago Sister Cities International. The proceeds from this special event supports the work of World Business Chicago and Chicago Sister Cities International, and funds the Chicago Consular Corps’ scholarships to the University of Illinois at Chicago.
2024 Honorees
Global Citizen Award
John W. Rogers, Jr., Founder, Chairman, Co-CEO and Chief Investment Officer, Ariel Investments
Rocky Wirtz Corporate Ambassador Award
PsiQuantum
Innovation Award
Chicago in Sports, recognizing the Chicago Sky, Accepted by Nadia Rawlinson, Co-Owner & Operating Chairman and the Chicago Red Stars, Accepted by Laura Ricketts, Executive Chairperson
The DuSable Chicago Legacy Award
Michael Moskow, The Chicago Council on Global Affairs
for more information about the gala visit https://worldbusinesschicago.com/gala/
Sponsorship Opportunities
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World Business Chicago
180 N. LaSalle
Suite 2505
Chicago, IL 60601
Event Contact: Jane Finegan
About the Organizations
World Business Chicago
World Business Chicago is a public-private, non-profit partnership that drives inclusive economic growth and job creation, supports business, and promotes Chicago as a leading global city. For more information, visit worldbusinesschicago.com
Chicago Sister Cities International
Chicago Sister Cities International (CSCI), an initiative of World Business Chicago, advances Chicago as a global city and promotes peace through mutual respect, understanding, and cooperation through citizen diplomacy – one individual, one community at a time – for the benefit of Chicago and its sister cities. To accomplish its mission, CSCI develops programs in the areas of cultural arts and tourism, global education, government relations and international business. Learn more at chicagosistercities.com
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The Ireland Funds 40th Annual Chicago Dinner
Join us as we celebrate the bonds between Chicago and Ireland. This annual coming-together of friends of Ireland will benefit the key work of The Ireland Funds and its support of nonprofit organizations across the island of Ireland and beyond.
Honoring:
Steve Cahillane
Chairman, President and CEO of Kellanova
The Ireland Funds Distinguished Leadership Award
Fr. Tom Hurley
Vice President of Advancement And Ministry, Marist High School
Pastor Emeritus, Old St. Patrick’s Church
The Ireland Funds Humanitarian Award
Thomas F. Meagher and Michael D. O’Halleran
Former Chairs of The Ireland Funds Chicago Regional Advisory Committee
Chairman’s Award
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The Ireland Funds America
345 Park Avenue
Floor 17
New York, NY 10154
Event Contact: Grace Tuzik
About The Ireland Funds
The Ireland Funds’ mission is to harness the power of a global philanthropic network of friends of Ireland to promote and support peace, culture, education and community development across the Island of Ireland and among Irish communities around the world.
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Grant Park Music Festival Advocate for the Arts Awards Benefit
The Advocate for the Arts Award honors those who have made outstanding contributions to Chicago’s cultural landscape, investing in the life of the city—today and in the future. Join us for an evening of special performances as we celebrate great friends of the arts and raise crucial support for the Festival’s free concerts and programs in Millennium Park and across the city.
Please join us as we celebrate 20 years in Millennium Park and visionary Chicagoans who played a key role in the creation of our iconic home.
2024 Advocate for the Arts Awards
Eileen Friestad
President, CWP Management, Inc. (retired)
Julian Oettinger
Senior Vice President, General Counsel, Walgreens (retired)
Celebrating 20 years in Millennium Park
Featuring a special presentation by:
Donna LaPietra, Chair and President, Millennium Park Foundation
Many thanks to our 2024 Awards Benefit Co-Chairs:
Lisa Tesarik and Jenny Willcox
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If you prefer to pay by check, please mail your contribution to:
Grant Park Orchestral Association
PO BOX 8930
Carol Stream, IL 60197-8930
Event Contact: Jennifer Breslin
About Grant Park Music Festival
The Grant Park Music Festival is the nation’s only free, outdoor classical music series of its kind. Created as a response to the Great Depression of the 1930s, by Chicago Mayor Anton Cermak and James Petrillo, President of the Musicians’ Union, the ten-week festival has become a beloved summertime tradition in Chicago.
The Grammy® Award-nominated Grant Park Orchestra and the award-winning Grant Park Chorus feature more than 250 professional musicians who perform at the Festival for the ten-week season each summer. Throughout the rest of the year, they can be found playing with major orchestras, teaching at universities and appearing on concert stages throughout the U.S.
The Festival offers more than 270 free events each summer, including concerts in Millennium Park and in neighborhoods throughout the city, docent-led open rehearsals, pre-concert lectures as well as additional community engagement events. The Grant Park Music Festival serves more than 800,000 people each summer, including Chicagoans and visitors alike.
Over the past decade, under the leadership of Artistic Director and Principal Conductor Carlos Kalmar and Chorus Director Christopher Bell, the Grant Park Music Festival has established a reputation for providing adventurous programing at world-class standards, in an environment welcoming and accessible to all.
The Festival operates today as a unique collaboration among the Grant Park Orchestral Association, the City of Chicago, and the Chicago Park District. The contributions of corporations, foundations, and thousands of individual donors help keep the music playing all summer long.
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2024 Annual Luncheon
Erikson's Annual Luncheon raises funds for groundbreaking programs that empower early childhood professionals to help children achieve their full potential. The event sparks thought-provoking dialogue that stimulates ideas and critical thinking to address the challenges we face in our society.
2024 Co-Chairs
Sabrina Gracias
Peggy Lim
Guest Speakers
Dr. Thomas Insel
Ashley Judd
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Erikson Institute
Attn: Michelle Smith
451 North LaSalle Street
Chicago, IL 60654-4510
Event Contact: Livia Kenney
About Erikson Institute
Erikson Institute educates, inspires, and promotes leadership to serve the needs of children and families. We have the premier graduate school dedicated to child development. We provide direct services to our community’s most vulnerable children and families. We are leaders in influencing early childhood policy. We work tirelessly every day so that all children can achieve optimal educational, social, emotional, and physical well-being. At Erikson Institute, we know that investing in the early years of children will last a lifetime.
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Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation 2024 Chicago Dinner
The Chicago Dinner is an inspirational evening which benefits the families of severely injured Marines. This is Chicago’s premier Marine event and supports the Foundation’s Chicago Initiative - the Heroes Tribute Scholarship Benefitting Children of the Severely Injured. The initiative’s purpose is to provide $30,000 to $40,000 to every child of a severely wounded Marine or Navy Corpsman to ensure that they have the opportunity to pursue their education.
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Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation Chicago Dinner
909 North Washington Street
Suite 400
Alexandria, VA 22314
Event Contact: Molly McDonald
About Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation
We’ve been Honoring Marines by Educating their Children™ for more than half a century. Founded in 1962, The Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation provides access to affordable education for the children of Marines and Navy Corpsmen attending post-high school, under-graduate and career technical education programs. In that time we’ve awarded nearly 50,000 scholarships valued at $155 million.
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Field Museum 2024 Gala
2024 Field Museum Gala: Enduring Legacy, Evolving Future
Celebrate the Field Museum’s enduring legacy and evolving future. Join us for an unforgettable night of dynamic science with Field experts, exploring the rich history and latest innovations happening at your Museum.
The evening will include the presentation of the Marshall Field V Award for Distinguished Leadership to the Searle Family. This award is given in recognition of exceptional commitment and support of the Museum. This year, the Museum will also honor Abbott with the Corporate Philanthropy Award in recognition of the firm’s extraordinary leadership and dedication to the Field over many years. Chairman and CEO Robert Ford will accept the award on behalf of Abbott.
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Field Museum
c/o PJH & Associates, Inc.
70 West Madison Street
Suite 200
Chicago, IL 60602
Event Contact: Courtney Galassini
About the Field Museum
The Field Museum fuels a journey of discovery across time to enable solutions for a brighter future rich in nature and culture. We are Chicago's forward-thinking science leader, activating a world-class collection to inspire discovery, share engaging learning experiences, and pursue solutions for a better world.
For more information about the Field Museum, please visit http://www.fieldmuseum.org/
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Kids Above All 2024 Annual Celebration Dinner
Kids Above All’s Annual Celebration Dinner is our signature fundraiser. Each year, we celebrate the accomplishments and growth of young people in our care and recognize distinguished business or civic leaders who have helped us place the safety, well-being and education of kids above all else.
Proceeds from the night provide vital funding to ensure children who have experienced poverty, violence, and injustice have every opportunity to build better lives and achieve their full potential.
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Event Contact: Jennifer Breslin
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Kids Above All
c/o PJH & Associates, Inc.
70 West Madison Street
Suite 200
Chicago, IL 60602
About Kids Above All
Since 1894, Kids Above All’s mission has helped more than 150,000 impoverished children and families in and around Chicago to build better lives through early childhood education, safe, supportive housing, and trauma-informed counseling programs.
Though Kids Above All’s programs and services have evolved to meet our clients’ ever-changing needs, our 130-year-old mission remains at the core of our work to ensure all children have the same opportunity to become independent adults who lead meaningful, productive lives.
For more information about Kids Above All, please visit www.kidsaboveall.org.
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Brain Research Foundation’s 2024 Discovery Dinner
The Discovery Event is an important evening that plays a pivotal role in Brain Research Foundation’s ability to fulfill it’s mission to fund the nation’s most innovative neuroscience. Event proceeds support top researchers as they strive to find the treatment and eventual cures of neurological disorders and diseases that affect so many children and adults.
Event Contact: Molly McDonald
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Brain Research Foundation
111 West Washington Street
Suite 1460
Chicago, IL 60602
About Brain Research Foundation
Brain Research Foundation exists to accelerate discoveries of the human brain by funding pioneering neuroscience research.
With every donation we receive and every research grant we award, we come closer to better understanding how the brain functions through the innovative research of the nation’s top scientists — ultimately leading to novel treatments and prevention of all neurological diseases.
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Chicago Humanities Annual Benefit & Celebration
All proceeds from the evening will help ensure Chicago Humanities as Chicago’s home for critical civic and cultural conversations, enabling us to amplify new ideas and voices in ways only the arts and humanities are able.
Honoring
Albert M. Friedman
Friedman Properties
Featuring
Frank Bruni
Best-Selling Author
Co-Chairs
Liz Buchanan
Charles C. Calloway, Jr.
SPONSORSHIP LEVELS
Event Contact: Livia Kenney
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Chicago Humanities
Attention: Development Office
500 North Dearborn
Suite 825
Chicago, IL 60654
About Chicago Humanities
The Chicago Humanities connects people to the ideas that shape and define us, and promotes the lifelong exploration of what it means to be human. CH fosters curiosity, celebrates creativity, explores the boundaries of contemporary knowledge and culture, and challenges us to see ourselves and the world anew.
For more information, please visit https://www.chicagohumanities.org/
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YMCA of Metro Chicago 2024 Recognition Dinner
At the YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago, there’s no such thing as the B Team. All of us — from first-time members to lifelong donors, from camp counselors to executive leadership — are in this work together, changing the game every single day.
We’re ALL IN for inclusive, vibrant neighborhoods.
We’re ALL IN for creating more space for more people.
We’re ALL IN for locally led community transformation.
It takes all of us to change the game. Join us.
2024 Honorees:
Community Leadership
The Tate Brothers Foundation
Social Innovation
Peloton
Gamechanger
Laura Ricketts
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Event Contact: Grace Tuzik
About YMCA of Metro Chicago
The YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago is the leader in accessible, inclusive programming for more than 300,000 individuals each year, strengthening community by connecting people to their purpose, potential, and each other. The YMCA of Metro Chicago is evolving to become a 21st-century social enterprise for the region, through an association of 14 centers, 5 overnight camps, and 100 extension sites throughout Chicagoland and the Midwest. Learn more about the Y's locations and our programming at ymcachicago.org.
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Better Government Association’s Annual Luncheon & Celebration
Please join the Better Government Association at our Annual Luncheon. Proceeds from this event will directly fuel our Illinois Answers Project’s investigative and solutions-based newsroom, incisive BGA Policy reform initiatives, and our commitment to Civic Engagement so that all communities, especially those disproportionately impacted by government failures, are equipped, and informed as advocates.
11:30 AM Reception | 12:00 PM-1:30 PM Luncheon
Daniel L. Goodwin Watchdog Award
D. Carroll Joynes
Co-Chairs
(as of 7/10/2024)
John A. Canning, Jr.
Heather A. Steans
Featured Speaker
Deborah Witzburg
Please consider a check or wire transfer for gifts of $6,000+.
Event Contact: Jennifer Breslin
Please send payments to:
Better Government Association
c/o Development Office
223 West Jackson, Suite 300
Chicago, IL 60606
About Better Government Association
Founded in 1923 by a group of business leaders, lawyers and journalists, the BGA centers its mission on the potential of effective governance and the indispensable role of journalism in enlightening the public, fortifying local communities and upholding the foundations of democracy through an informed and empowered electorate. A century later, the BGA stands as a leading catalyst for constructive transformation. Renowned for journalism and policy work, it has driven significant reforms and earned prestigious accolades, including a Pulitzer Prize. The policy team leads coalitions fighting for sound funding of state pensions and transparency in Illinois courts. With an annual budget of $5 million, the BGA advances this crucial work with a team of approximately 30 professionals committed to a more open, equitable and accountable government for Chicago and across Illinois. With the devastation in legacy journalism and the ethical and fiscal challenges facing Chicago and Illinois, the need for the BGA’s work is greater than ever.
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After School Matters 2024 Gala
The After School Matters Gala brings together Chicago’s leaders for an evening of teen showcases, fabulous food and drinks, and networking to celebrate the incredible accomplishments our youth, while raising important revenue to continue providing 25,000 opportunities each year for Chicago teens to learn new skills, find mentors, earn money, and prepare for the future.
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After School Matters Annual Gala
66 East Randolph Street
Chicago, IL 60601
Event Contact: Jane Finegan
About After School Matters
Since 1991, After School Matters’ innovative and engaging after-school and summer programs have served more than 350,000 teens from communities throughout Chicago, providing them with opportunities to explore and develop their talents, while gaining critical skills for success in college, careers and beyond. These programs provide a safe space for teens to foster positive relationships with professional instructors and fellow teens throughout the city. Our nationally-recognized approach, incorporating project-based learning and 21st century skill development, not only enriches lives but also helps to revitalize underserved neighborhoods by leveraging existing resources and infrastructure and fostering partnerships with other organizations, companies and institutions.
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Navy Pier A Collective ExPIERience
A Collective ExPIERience will be bigger and bolder than ever as Navy Pier honors the leadership, influence, and creativity of internationally renowned artist Nick Cave and President & Director of EXPO CHICAGO, Tony Karman. Join us as we transform the Pier’s East End Plaza and Aon Grand Ballroom into a shared celebration of the vibrant artists and community organizations that comprise the cultural collective of Navy Pier.
Gala guests will receive the first glimpse of an immersive series incorporating art, design, and performance to be presented at Navy Pier in 2025, designed to inspire, educate, and connect communities across the city.
Honoring:
Nick Cave, Internationally Renowned Artist
Tony Karman, President & Director, EXPO CHICAGO
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Event Contact: Courtney Galassini
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A Collective ExPIERience
c/o: PJH & Associates, Inc.
70 West Madison Street
Suite 200
Chicago, IL 60602
About Navy Pier
Welcoming nearly 9 million guests annually, Navy Pier is the most visited destination in the Midwest. Since the Pier’s revitalization in 1995 and establishment as a nonprofit in 2011, this world-class landmark continues to evolve, engaging locals and visitors alike through 50 acres of parks, restaurants, cultural attractions, retail shops, sightseeing and dining cruise boats, exposition facilities, and more.
A distinctive urban treasure, Navy Pier is an accessible public place that celebrates the vitality of Chicago, providing year-round enjoyment for guests from around the globe and serving as an essential economic engine to the region.
Funds raised from A Collective ExPIERience support the Pier’s partnerships with local cultural organizations to provide free and unique experiences that represent the diversity of Chicago’s artistic landscape.
American Writers Museum OnWord 2024
OnWord, the American Writers Museum's annual benefit, raises funds to support the educational and cultural programming of the American Writers Museum. We hope you will join us!
Beyond the Page Honorees
Bill Kurtis & Donna LaPietra
Inspiring Writer Award
Susan Orlean
Event Chairs
Ally & Suzette Bulley
Jay & Robin Hammer
Amanda & John Rutledge
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Event Contact: Molly McDonald
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American Writers Museum ONWORD 2024
c/o PJH & Associates, Inc.
70 West Madison Street
Suite 200
Chicago, IL 60602
About American Writers Museum
The American Writers Museum's mission is to engage the public in celebrating American writers and exploring their influence on our history, our identity, our culture and our daily lives.
American writing is distinctive, diverse, and comes in many forms from across the nation. As the only museum devoted to American writers and their works, AWM connects visitors with their favorite authors and writings from more than five centuries, while inspiring the discovery of new works of every type – poetry, lyrics, speeches, drama, fiction, nonfiction, journalism, and more.
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Adler Planetarium 2024 Celestial Bash
Do you remember the last time you felt so connected to other people that your differences felt small and insignificant? When the beauty of an image or an idea made your spine tingle and your imagination run wild?
The Adler Planetarium creates moments like these every day. At the Adler, you can touch a real piece of the Moon with your hand or look through a telescope and see light that traveled millions of years to reach your eye.
What makes your jaw drop? Find out this fall at Celestial Bash.
Honoring
Tom Skilling
WGN Meteorologist (retired)
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Adler Planetarium Celestial Bash
1300 S. DuSable Lake Shore Drive
Chicago, IL 60605
Event Contact: Livia Kenney
About Adler Planetarium
The Adler Planetarium connects people to the universe and each other. Whether it is introducing a guest to the Ring Nebula, a neighborhood school to a community partner, a research team to a network of citizen scientists, or one staff member to another, the Adler’s focus on meaningful connections dates back nearly a century. The museum typically hosts more than half a million visitors each year and reaches millions more through youth STEAM programs, neighborhood skywatching events, people-powered research, and other outreach efforts. Today, the Adler is bringing our unique approach—scientific exploration rooted in community and connection—to guests from around the world who can enjoy the digital Adler from their own homes, libraries, schools or offices. With the Adler’s support, people of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities gain the confidence to explore their universe together and return to their communities ready to think critically and creatively about any challenge that comes their way.
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Lincoln Park Zoo Ball 2024: Wild Everest
Zoo Ball, now in its 47th year, is the zoo’s signature fundraiser. The gala helps ensure Lincoln Park Zoo remains free and open to all and provides critical support for animal care and welfare, global conservation initiatives, learning and community engagement programs. Join us!
Co-Chairs:
Jennifer Statler
Jessica Therivel
If possible, kindly consider check or wire transfer payment for gifts of $5,000+.
For additional table and individual tickets, please contact womensboard@lpzoo.org
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Please send payments to:
Zoo Ball 2024: Wild Everest
c/o PJH & Associates, Inc.
70 West Madison Street
Suite 200
Chicago, IL 60602
Event Contact: Courtney Galassini
About Lincoln Park Zoo
OUR VISION
Inspire communities to create environments where wildlife will thrive in our urbanizing world.
OUR MISSION
Lincoln Park Zoo is dedicated to connecting people with nature by providing a free, family-oriented wildlife experience in the heart of Chicago and by advancing the highest quality of animal care, education, science, and conservation.
OUR PROMISE
We are committed to creating an environment that is inclusive and welcoming. We celebrate the diverse qualities, perspectives, values and experiences of all people, including our guests, volunteers, and staff. For Wildlife. For All.
To learn more about Lincoln Park Zoo, visit their website at www.lpzoo.org.
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The Civic Federation Annual Civic Awards
The Civic Federation’s Annual Civic Awards honors the outstanding civic contributions of individual citizens and Chicago-area institutions while raising revenue to empower the Federation’s efforts to maximize the quality and cost-effectiveness of government services in the Chicago region and State of Illinois.
Event Contact: Molly McDonald
Please send payments to:
The Civic Federation
10 North Dearborn Street
Suite 800
Chicago, IL 60602
About The Civic Federation
The mission of the Civic Federation is to provide objective research, analysis and recommendations that:
• Champion efficient delivery of high-quality government services
• Promote sustainable tax policies and responsible long-term financial planning
• Improve government transparency and accountability
• Educate and serve as a resource for policymakers, opinion leaders and the broader public
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Gilda’s Club Chicago Awards Dinner
The annual Awards Dinner will be a truly inspirational night supporting this life-changing organization, where those impacted by cancer can go to gain essential social, emotional and informational support as a halo to their medical care.
2024 Honorary Chair
Ann Lurie
2024 Honorees
Leonidas C. Platanias, MD, PhD
Robert H. Lurie Comprehensive Cancer Center of Northwestern University
If possible, kindly consider check or wire transfer payment for gifts of $5,000+.
*Please note PJH & Associates’ new address, listed below*
Please send payments to:
Gilda’s Club Chicago
c/o PJH & Associates, Inc.
70 West Madison Street
Suite 200
Chicago, IL 60602
Event Contact: Livia Kenney
About Gilda’s Club Chicago
Gilda’s Club Chicago was created by a loving group of friends to honor the legacy of Gilda Radner, one of the most gifted comediennes of the 20th century. Since its opening on Valentine's Day 1998, the Club has provided free support to more than 65,000 members. The Clubhouse is located at 537 North Wells Street in Chicago, with staff also serving at four hospital satellites: Mount Sinai Hospital, Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital, Advocate Christ Medical Center, and Robert H. Lurie Comprehensive Cancer Center at Northwestern Memorial Hospital. Gilda’s Club is also a valued community partner, offering programing in safety net hospitals, clinics, schools, faith communities, and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois Blue Door Neighborhood Centers. Anyone whose life has been impacted by cancer can join, and all programs and services are provided 100% free of charge to members. Gilda’s Club Chicago is the only cancer support organization in the Chicagoland area that is an affiliate of the Cancer Support Community, a national network that lobbies and conducts research on behalf of anyone impacted by cancer.
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Habitat for Humanity 2024 Habitat Hero Award Dinner
The annual Habitat Hero Award Dinner recognizes the contributions of individual and corporate leaders partnering to support Habitat across Chicagoland.
The awards will also honor homeowners and heroes that help Habitat for Humanity as we build strength, stability, and self-reliance through shelter.
If possible, kindly consider check or wire transfer payment for gifts of $5,000+.
Please make checks payable to:
Chicagoland Habitat for Humanity (as of March 1, 2023)
328 South Jefferson
Suite 610
Chicago, IL 60661
Attire: Business
Event Contact: Jennifer Breslin
About Chicagoland Habitat for Humanity
Habitat for Humanity’s vision is “a world where everyone has a decent place to live,” and its mission is to “bring people together to build homes, communities and hope.”
Chicagoland Habitat for Humanity – a unique regional support entity in the Habitat for Humanity organization – is an innovative approach created by the eight Chicago-area Habitat affiliates to align our region’s strong and proud culture of philanthropy with the disproportionate need for affordable housing in our region. Through this new collaborative effort, Habitat organizations throughout Chicagoland – working together, and with your support – aim to help significantly more individuals secure affordable, healthy housing.
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UCAN 25th Annual Youth Leadership Awards
Presented by
Allstate Insurance Company presents UCAN’s 25th Youth Leadership Awards.
The Youth Leadership Awards is UCAN’s flagship fundraiser held annually. This important evening is dedicated to celebrating the academic and personal achievements of UCAN’s outstanding youth. Each year, several exceptional young people are recognized and receive scholarships for higher education, including the Steans Family Youth Leadership Award presented to a deserving young person from the North Lawndale community.
UCAN will present its eleventh annual John D. Nichols Award to Northern Trust, accepted by Michael O’Grady, President and CEO, in recognition of their positive impact on youth and families in Chicago. UCAN is proud to present the Corporate Engagement Award to PepsiCo., a company that has demonstrated exceptional philanthropic commitment to UCAN and the youth in the City of Chicago.
If possible, kindly consider check or wire transfer payment for gifts of $5,000+.
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Please make checks payable to:
UCAN
c/o PJH & Associates, Inc.
70 West Madison Street
Suite 200
Chicago, IL 60602
Event Contact: Courtney Galassini
About UCAN
Held annually in June, the Youth Leadership Awards is UCAN’s flagship fundraiser that celebrates the academic and personal achievements of UCAN’s outstanding youth. Each year, seven exceptional young people are recognized and receive scholarships for higher education.
This year, as we look forward to celebrating 25 years of stability and growth, it is gratifying to know that we have rewarded outstanding youth around Chicago with scholarships. We continue to provide them with opportunities and exposure to excel as great leaders in our community.
UCAN remains focused on our vision that youth who suffer trauma can become our future leaders. We do so by building strong youth and families through compassionate healing, education, and empowerment. Founded 154 years ago as a Civil War orphanage, UCAN is one of Chicago’s oldest yet most innovative social service agencies.
UCAN has grown into a multifaceted social service organization serving and impacting over 9,100 youth and families each year. We help our youth reach the Power of their Potential by strategically developing a holistic, lifelong relationship with everyone.
We believe that our inspiring programs help to break cycles of violence and abuse while instilling a powerful sense of hope for the future. Our team strives to support our young people and advocate for change by providing essential services to communities in need. For example, UCAN therapists host virtual sessions for our youth; our residential programs continue to provide shelter and direction, and our violence prevention and intervention team is ever present in the streets with a laser focus on reducing gun violence.
For more information about UCAN, please visit https://ucanchicago.org/.
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Chicago History Museum 30th Annual Making History Awards
The Making History Awards pay tribute to the positive and enduring impact of some of our city’s extraordinary leaders.
We look forward to saluting our outstanding honorees while supporting the History Museum and its mission to “share Chicago stories” through a vast collection of artifacts, innovative exhibits, public programs, tours and web-based outlets.
2024 Honorees
Guadalupe Arce, The Enrico Fermi Making History Award for Distinction in Science, Medicine, and Technology
Presented by Hon. Antonio Muñoz
Rick Bayless, The Marshall Field Making History Award for Distinction in Corporate Leadership and Innovation
Presented by David Hiller
Mary Dillon, The Bertha Honoré Palmer Making History Award for Distinction in Civic Leadership
Presented by Michelle L. Collins
Leo Melamed, The Daniel H. Burnham Making History Award for Distinction in Visionary Leadership
Presented by Terry Savage
Liz and Don Thompson, The Jane Addams Making History Award for Distinction in Social Service
Presented by Nickol Hackett & Levoyd Robinson
If possible, kindly consider check or wire transfer payment for gifts of $5,000+.
Please send payments to:
Chicago Historical Society
c/o PJH & Associates
70 West Madison Street
Suite 200
Chicago, IL 60602
Event Contact: Livia Kenney
About Chicago History Museum
The Chicago History Museum cares for, showcases, and interprets millions of authentic pieces of Chicago and U.S. history. Their ability to illuminate the past is a reminder of what really happened once upon a time, and sheds light on the present while informing our future.
With more than 20 million authentic artifacts, the Chicago History Museum stands at the crossroads of our city’s – and America’s – past and future. The Museum offers unique, innovative and informed glimpses into our shared history and continues to evolve and adapt to our world’s changing needs, with a number of digital resources including online exhibitions, virtual tours, and a host of educational materials for the whole family that reach a global audience in the millions.
For more information on Chicago History Museum, please visit https://www.chicagohistory.org.
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Chicago Lighthouse Seeing What’s Possible 2024 Gala
Come together with 400 of our most generous patrons and ardent supporters for an evening of elegant inspiration. Demonstrate your support of our mission of creating opportunities for independence for the disabled and Veteran communities as we celebrate our accomplishments and look to the future. Proceeds benefit The Chicago Lighthouse’s programs for people who are blind, visually impaired, disabled and Veterans.
Reception & Silent Auction: 6:00 p.m.
Dinner, Program & Dancing: 7:30 p.m.
Cocktail Attire
2024 GALA HONOREES
Vince & Patricia Foglia
Beacon of Light Award
Neal Berz | MIS Computer
Light of the Night Corporate Recognition Award
HONORARY GALA CHAIRMAN
Anida Johnson “Cookie” Cohen
GALA CO-CHAIRS
Terri Engelman Rhoads & Shauna Montgomery
CO-HOSTS
Caroline Grossinger
Bruce and Jamie Hague
Dave & Nancy Huber
Marv & Carol Lader
Judy & Ray McCaskey
HONORARY COMMITTEE
Julie Barrish
Eleni & Jimmy Bousis
Cheryl Rhodes Coleman
Judge F. Keith Brown (retired)
Shelley & Bill Farley
The Foster Walsh Family
Audrey Gale
Susan Griffiths Gohl & Jonathan Grabill
Beena and Martin Joseph
Mary & James Lasky
Bonnie Fry Rothman & Michael Rothman
Roni Siegel
Dr. Jeffrey & Tina Weller
Felicia & Kurt Winiecki
MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT
Becca Kaufman Orchestra
If possible, kindly consider check or wire transfer payment for gifts of $5,000+.
Please send payments to:
Chicago Lighthouse
1850 West Roosevelt Road
Chicago, IL 60608
Event Contact: Jennifer Breslin
About Chicago Lighthouse
Founded in 1906 on Chicago’s West Side, The Chicago Lighthouse has been a pioneer in innovation across the areas of vision care, rehabilitation, education, employment and technology for over 100 years.
Today, The Chicago Lighthouse serves more than 67,000 people each year. As we look forward, we are committed to growing that impact by expanding critical programs, forging collaborative partnerships and creatively approaching the challenges our patients and clients face daily. In just three years, the number of Lighthouse employees has nearly quadrupled with expansion into the social enterprise arena, focused on customer care services. Our nationally prominent low vision clinic has become a world-class example of comprehensive rehabilitation and demonstrates our evolving role as a pioneer in vision care innovation.
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United Way of Metro Chicago 2024 Stronger Neighborhoods Awards
United Way of Metro Chicago’s 2024 Stronger Neighborhoods Awards Luncheon returns at the Hilton Chicago on Thursday, May 30. The event celebrates the commitment of business, civic, nonprofit, and community leaders to build stronger neighborhoods and a stronger, more equitable Chicago region. Each year United Way recognizes honorees who exemplify what it means to LIVE UNITED.
The Andrew J. McKenna Leadership Award recognizes a Chicagoan who has exhibited long-standing corporate and civic leadership and a commitment to United Way’s vision to build stronger neighborhoods. The Corporate Leadership Award is presented in recognition of an organization’s steadfast partnership with United Way and dedication to empowering individuals and communities.
United Way is proud to announce that this year we will present the Andrew J. McKenna Leadership Award to David Casper, an individual whose selfless actions have encouraged others to step forward as civic leaders and philanthropists, improving the quality of life for countless individuals and families in the Chicago region.
The Corporate Leadership Award will be presented to Nicor Gas and accepted by Wendell Dallas, President and Chief Executive Officer, for the firm’s longstanding commitment to United Way.
The Community Leadership Award will be presented to Don V. Villar and recognizes an individual or organization who strives to strengthen communities across the region.
If possible, kindly consider check or wire transfer payment for gifts of $5,000+.
For wire transfer instructions, please email donorhelp@liveunitedchicago.org for instructions.
Event Contact: Molly McDonald
Please send payments to:
United Way of Metro Chicago
ATTN: 2024 Stronger Neighborhoods
231196 Momentum Place
Chicago, IL 60689
About United Way of Metro Chicago
United Way of Metro Chicago brings together businesses, government, nonprofits, and community leaders to deliver funding, resources, and expertise to nonprofit organizations across greater Chicago. We are working alongside our partners at the neighborhood level to tackle the systemic issues that have plagued our region, creating communities where children and families can thrive. United, we’re building stronger neighborhoods for a stronger Chicago region.
Learn more about United Way’s work at www.LIVEUNITEDchicago.org
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Shirley Ryan AbilityLab Spark! 2024
Spark! 2024 will be held on Thursday, May 23, 2024, at Rockwell on the River.
Join us and fellow leaders for an exclusive opportunity to meet our new CEO, Pablo Celnik, MD, an internationally recognized physician-scientist in rehabilitation and academic medicine.
On May 23, you will:
Learn how promising discoveries are enabling us to reimagine possibilities for our patients.
Understand how we’re personalizing medicine — using patient-specific data to inform the very best treatment.
Hear how Accelerate Ability, our fundraising campaign, is fueling these achievements and our vision to be the global source of science-driven breakthroughs in Human Ability.
Event Chairs:
Lori & M. Jude Reyes
Shirley & Pat Ryan
HOST COMMITTEE PLATINUM LEVEL • $100,000
Platinum seating for a table of eight
Platinum listing on all Spark! 2024 materials*
HOST COMMITTEE GOLD LEVEL • $50,000
Gold seating for a table of eight
Gold listing on all Spark! 2024 materials*
BENEFACTOR LEVEL • $25,000
Premier seating for a table of eight
Premier listing on all Spark! 2024 materials*
PATRON LEVEL• $15,000
Priority seating for a table of eight
Priority listing on all Spark! 2024 materials*
INDIVIDUAL RESERVATION(S) • $1,500
If possible, kindly consider check or wire transfer payments for gifts exceeding $5,000.
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Please send payments to:
Shirley Ryan AbilityLab
c/o PJH & Associates, Inc.
70 West Madison Street
Suite 200
Chicago, IL 60602
Event Contact: Molly McDonald
About Shirley Ryan AbilityLab
Shirley Ryan AbilityLab has proven that the integration of science into the clinical setting advances outcomes, ignites and nurtures novel ideas and creates a culture unlike anything in the field of physical medicine and rehabilitation.
Each year, our experts care for more than 50,000 patients who come from across the nation and around the world.
All of these people (and their loved ones) are hoping for even better treatments — and ultimately cures.
Thank you for your support!