Charities & Foundations

A Silver Lining Foundation : “Glitz and Glamour”

A Silver Lining Foundation, an organization dedicated to providing mammograms and additional diagnostic testing to those in need. Last month I had the pleasure of attending a fashion show fundraiser and luncheon that benefitted a very worthy cause. On Wednesday, March 18th, guests filled the Gold Coast Room of the …

The Women’s Board of the MCA Hosts Art Expo Chicago’s Vernissage at Navy Pier

Art connoisseurs from all over the world converged on Navy Pier on Sept. 18th as the Women’s Board of the MCA was delighted to once again host Vernissage – the opening of the Art Expo Chicago.

Chicago Lighthouse for the Blind Gala 2014

The Chicago Lighthouse is a non-profit agency devoted to ” …. providing the highest quality educational, clinical, vocational, and rehabilitation services for children, youth, and adults who are blind ” “Seeing What’s Possible” was the theme for this year’s annual Gala, a wonderful dinner party at The Four Seasons Hotel …

Gracious House

Gracious House Introduces Its Chicago Designer Show House

Gracious House Introduces Its Chicago Designer Show House it was a balmy night for a party when guests turned out to support Gracious House, a non-for-profit which works with others in the design industries and support their launch of the Chicago Designer Show House. The party, held at Cosentino Center …

Bear Tie Ball - Into the Wild, A Road to the Cure

Bear Necessities Pediatric Cancer Foundation

Bear Necessities Pediatric Cancer Foundation.  Everyone was more than ready to leave the winter weather outdoors and join like-minded friends and advocates dedicated to making a positive difference for children affected by cancer and support this year’s event “Into the Wild, A Road to the Cure.” As soon as guests entered the UIC …

PAWS Chicago volunteers with homeless dogs - Photo by Sparenga Photography

PAWS Chicago’s Eighth Annual Animal Magnetism

Pet-friendly event raised more than $130,000 for Chicago’s homeless animals.

The Museum of Science and Industry

Museum of Science and Industry

The Museum of Science and Industry (MSI).  Co-chaired by Cheri Chappelle, director of diversity and inclusion for Illinois Tool Works (ITW) and MSI Trustee Frank Clark, retired chairman and CEO of ComEd, the Gala raised around $360,000 for Black Creativity programming and events which pay tribute to the culture, heritage …

Fur Ball: A Canine Spectacular for PAWS Chicago

Tails were wagging and jaws were barking at the 12th Annual Paws Chicago Fur Ball… Over 700 dog enthusiasts were in attendance at the elegant Drake Hotel on this chilly November night to celebrate man’s best friend.

International Beethoven Festival 2013

Chicago was the center of attention recently as the 3rd Annual Beethoven Festival kicked off on Sept. 7th. Spanning nine days (from Sept. 7 – 15th), showcased 60 musical performances from 12 different countries. Top level talent from around the world gathered and demonstrated their unique skills during this cultural celebration, spotlighting 37 world premiers and six Chicago premiers.

Equestrian Connection’s Polo Cup 2013

Generous supporters of Equestrian Connection gathered on sunny Saturday, June 22nd at the 4th Annual Villa del Lago Equestrian Polo Cup charity event to benefit individuals (both young and old) with special needs. Enthusiastic horseback riding and polo aficionados gathered at Crab Tree Farm in Lake Bluff, Illinois.