Living & Giving

Gateway for Cancer Research held the 33rd annual Cures Gala and celebrated the brilliant trial doctors, brave patients, and generous donors that are changing lives every day. Hosted at the private, historic residence of Dr. Stacie and Mr. Richard J Stephenson, Gateway’s Vice Chairman and Chairman in Barrington Hills, the event raised millions of dollars,

“Night at Old Orchard with Madame Zuzu’s” brought together hundreds of attendees for an unforgettable evening of fun and philanthropy. Hosted by Westfield Old Orchard, the event blended the vintage charm of Madame Zuzu’s pop-up, co-owned by Chloé Mendel Corgan and Smashing Pumpkins frontman Billy Corgan, with electric entertainment transforming a conventional shopping experience into

The Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago (MCA) held its annual Visionary Luncheon, celebrating leadership in the arts. Nearly 350 guests—including cultural, business, civic, and artistic leaders— were in attendance to celebrate the museum’s education initiatives, hear a dynamic conversation between Pritzker Director Madeleine Grynsztejn and artist Sarah Sze, and recognize this year’s honorees. BMO Bank

Northbrook-based Glenkirk, a nonprofit supporting people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted its 27th annual Benefit Bash at the newly remodeled Highland Park Country Club. More than 175 guests enjoyed cocktails, dinner, a special video presentation, live music, and a raffle. Founded in 1954, Glenkirk’s mission is to provide quality lifetime support empowering individuals with

The Women’s Board of the Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center (IHMEC) raised $400,000 at its annual signature event—Soirée. More than 350 guests came together at Bryn Mawr Country Club to support the Museum’s mission to combat hatred, prejudice, and indifference and to inspire visitors to become Upstanders. Guests mingled, enjoyed hors d’oeuvres and cocktails,