EverThrive Illinois is excited to invite you to our 2026 Advancing Courageous Change Gala. Join us for a special evening as we celebrate our work, collectively dream of a future in which we’ve achieved reproductive justice for all Illinoisans. This year’s honorees include Dr. Juanita Mora and the Irving Harris Foundation.
The evening will commence at 6:00 pm with a cocktail hour that includes our silent auction and wine pull, followed by dinner, an inspirational program, and sweet treats at our dessert reception.
Renee Friedman-Druzinsky Health Equity Champion Award
Changemaker Award
Advancing Courageous Change Gala
Date: September 10th, 2026
Time: 6:00 pm – Registration and Cocktail Hour
Followed by Dinner and Gala Program
Location: Venue West, 221 N Paulina St, Chicago
(Professional / Business Attire Requested)
Gala Sponsorships
Gala sponsorship packages are available starting at $3,000.00. Please CLICK HERE for information or contact Vanessa Jones at Vjones@everthriveil.org with your questions.
Advertising
Advertising packages start at $100.00. Please CLICK HERE for more information or contact Diya Aneja at Daneja@everthriveil.org with your questions.
Champion Sponsor
Robert Druzinsky and Family
Loretta and John Lattyak
Change Agent Sponsor
Advocate Sponsor
Partner Sponsor
Chi Chi Okwu + Dani Griffith
Barbara Staples King
A Special Thank You To Our Event Committee
Danata Andrews, Board Member and Chair
Robin Drake, Board Member
Chanell Heslop, Board Member
Loretta Lattyak, Board Member
Rachael Marusarz, Board Member
Ellen Mason, Board Member
Marci May, Board Member
Vanessa Jones, Development Director
Diya Aneja, Development Coordinator