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
Robin Drake
Chanell Heslop
Loretta Lattyak
Rachael Marusarz
Ellen Mason
Marci May
Vanessa Jones
Diya Aneja