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Believe in Kids Dinner: Igniting the Spark

  • The Ritz-Carlton Hotel 160 East Pearson Street Chicago, IL, 60611 United States (map)
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The 2018 annual Believe in Kids Dinner celebrates and honors the spark, or possibility, within every child, and the advocates, supporters, staff, families, and mentors of Chicago Youth Centers (CYC) who help to ignite that spark.

On Thursday, May 17, 2018, join the Chicago Youth Centers Board of Directors and other changemakers at the gorgeous Ritz-Carlton Hotel from 6 to 9 p.m. for a cocktail reception followed by an inspiring dinner and program.

When youth discover their unique potential, develop character, and build employable skills, they are prepared to be 21st century leaders. This event enables CYC to continue delivering its transformative programs that make this outcome possible for our youth. Nearly 90% of every dollar raised from the Believe in Kids Dinner directly benefits CYC's programs.

Individual tickets start at $500 and sponsorship packages are still available. 

At Chicago Youth Centers, we believe in our children. We don’t just get them through the day; we prepare them for life. Thank you for being a changemaker. We look forward to celebrating together on May 17.

For questions about sponsorship packages, please contact Lauren Robinson at lauren.robinson@chicagoyouthcenters.org or (312) 913-1700 ext. 450.

THANK YOU TO OUR BELIEVE IN KIDS DINNER CHAIRS AND SPONSORS

AS OF 5/17/2018

Presenting Sponsor

Event Chairs

Anne Doherty

Jeffrey Heh

Judy Macior

Vice Chairs

The Crown Family

Charlie and Bobbie Denison

Jim and Anne Doherty

Judy Macior

Benefactors

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Matty de Castro and Kristin France de Castro
Patricia L. Crumley and Eugene DeRamus
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Rick and Dixie Erwin
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Raymond James & Associates
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Partners

Frank and Prue Beidler
Jay Beidler and Deborah Witzburg
Chicago Tribune
Phil and Cindy Doherty
Sondra Berman Epstein
John and Linda Hillman
HUB International
Latham & Watkins LLP
Marmon Holdings, Inc.
Miller Shakman & Beem
Northern Trust
Ray and Ann Rusnak
Schwartz Capital Group
Slalom
Katie and Rob Swick
Don and Liz Thompson
Steve Weinstein and Altair Advisers
William Blair and Company

Ignitors

The Donnelley Foundation
Mark and Lynn Florian
Tom and Alissa King
Vince Narea and Amy Weiss Narea
Winston & Strawn
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