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DuPage Foundation
In early November, the DuPage Foundation celebrated its Annual Benefit: Through the Looking Glass at The Westin Chicago Lombard, welcoming over 425 guests. The event raised nearly $700,000, with additional contributions expected. These funds are vital to supporting the Foundation’s efforts in addressing community challenges and opportunities while aiding donors and businesses in achieving impactful…
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Photos by Michelle James The Assistance League Chicagoland West hosted its annual Books & Brunch in early November at The Abbington in Glen Ellyn. Close to 500 attendees joined the lively conversation with Pulitzer Prize Winner Jonathan Eig as well as authors Luis Urrea and Libby Fischer Hellmann, and moderator Andrea Thome. The Assistance League…
Read MoreThe Ice Thing about Downers Grove winters
Nadeau’s Ice Sculptures makes artistic fun of ice at Downers Grove Ice Festival By Maureen Callahan | Photos by 726 Visuals If you’ve ever visited the Downers Grove Ice Festival, you’ve seen Jim Nadeau’s dream solidified – at least until the sun has its say. Nadeau’s Ice Sculptures in Forest Park began almost four and…
Read MoreWestern Suburbs Giving Circle
The Western Suburbs Giving Circle of the Chicago Foundation for Women invited current and prospective members to kick off another year of grantmaking at their “Cocktails for a Cause” event at Lifetime Fitness Oak Brook on Wednesday, Oct. 9. The group aimed to lay the groundwork for increasing investment in women’s health and reproductive justice,…
Read MoreThe Wellness House
Photos by Marcello Rodarte The annual Wellness House Ball, held on Oct. 19 at The Old Post Office in Chicago, attracted over 400 attendees to support individuals and families affected by cancer. The Hope Grows Co-Chairs Pamela and George Pontikis, along with Katie and Michael Isadore, organized a night filled with elegant decor, dining, and…
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Photos by Marcello Rodarte On July 29, 130 golfers gathered under blue skies at the beautiful Hinsdale Golf Club for the 7th Annual Brooks Strong Invitational Golf Tournament, a tradition that has become a highlight of the summer for many. The golfers were joined by nearly 100 sponsors, guests and volunteers for a post-golf celebration…
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Photos by Laura Meyer The Hinsdale Historical Society has been devoted to collecting, preserving, and promoting the history of Hinsdale for more than thirty years. In its 19th year, the Kitchen Walk remains one of Hinsdale’s most popular fundraisers hosted by the Society, where guests can see the first floors of six illustrious homes. Attendees…
Read MoreWellness House
Over 3,000 people came together at the annual Walk for Wellness House held on May 5 to help support cancer survivors, families, and friends. The day was filled with encouragement, hope and community as runners and walkers took to the pavement in the streets surrounding Wellness House’s main location in Hinsdale, raising over $750,000. Funds…
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A rainy evening did not dampen Hinsdale South Young Life’s Annual Fundraiser on April 18th in Burr Ridge. The evening celebrated the past year with a focus on the future for “Every Kid, Everywhere, For Eternity.” The impact this organization has been making on the community was evident through the heartfelt words shared by the…
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By Mia Jones | Photos by 726 Visuals The Community House’s 18th annual Walk the Walk for Mental Health turned out with 700 participants this year, walking to help support access to mental health services for the local community. The walk began with local fitness and health and wellness vendors, an opening ceremony, and then…
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