Bright Promises 2024 Awards are your chance to see first-hand the impact our organization has on the lives of Chicagoland children and youth! Meet local youth leaders, honor community members making a positive impact, network, and celebrate with our community partners.
Support our mission and make your impact felt with a tax-deductible donation.
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Celebrate Local Changemakers
JOIN US as we honor three exceptional community leaders who are dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of Chicagoland children and youth. We are proud to honor Eva Giglio, Executive Director, CME Foundation, Sherneron Hilliard, Senior Vice President of Programs, Family Focus, and Arely Barrera, Youth Organizer, Palenque LSNA. Hear their incredible stories and celebrate their remarkable contributions to building up the next generation of changemakers.
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Community Partners
DURING THE 2024 AWARDS, Bright Promises will announce our 2024-25 cohort of community partners. We are partnering with these organizations to address the most urgent, underrecognized barriers impacting Chicagoland children and youth. The event will also feature opportunities to meet and network with youth leaders and representatives from our partner organizations.
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Make a Difference
100% of the funds raised during the 2024 Awards go directly to high-quality in-school and after-school programs supporting the health and education of over 10,000 Chicagoland children and youth. Want show your support beyond attending? Make your impact felt as a 2024 Awards sponsor!
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Become a sponsor today! Show your support for our community, gain visibility for your brand, and make a positive impact in the lives of thousands of children and youth throughout Chicago.
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About the Venue
Located just off Sacramento Boulevard, where West Town, Humboldt Park and East Garfield Park meet, the historic Wildman Boiler & Tank building is a spacious and beautiful 12,000 SF industrial loft supporting local events, creators, and artists of all kinds.
Easily accessible from downtown Chicago and all Chicagoland suburbs, it’s the perfect space for an evening of networking and celebration of those making a positive difference in the lives of area children & youth.
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What to Expect
Join us for a fun and casual celebration!
ATTIRE: Business smart with a touch or orange
Parking: Complimentary valet, street parking available
Food: Heavy passed hors d'oeuvres and buffet of small plates (vegetarian options included)
DRINK: Open bar
Agenda
5pm: Pre-reception with honorees meet & greet (for upgraded ticket holders)
6pm: Cocktail hour with interactive displays presented by youth leaders
7pm: 2024 Awards Ceremony
8pm: Dessert and networking
Special thanks to our Selection & Host Committees!
Selection Committee
Adam Alonso: CEO, Build Inc.
Shilpa Bavikatte: Sr. Program Analyst, Crown Family Philanthropies
Nick bruce: SVP, Wintrust Bank
aimee hilado: Asst. Professor, University of Chicago
Host Committee Co-Chairs
Doug Boersma: CEO, Wintrust Bank
kim van horn: MD, Paul M. Angell Family Foundation
Host Committee
Prue Beidler
Paul Bodine
Peggy Bodine
Vern Broders
Debbie Frisch
Francia Harrington
Iris Krieg
Mark McKinley
Bela Moté
Dara Munson
Join Us in Celebrating Chicago Changemakers!
Our annual award ceremony is a testament to the power of community and the difference one person can make. Be a part of this special night and help us recognize the heroes among us.
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