Assistance League's Premier Fundraising Event
Tuesday, November 10, 2026
The Abbington, Route 53 & Butterfield Rd., Glen Ellyn
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Join us for lively conversations with authors Elizabeth Berg, Kevin Boehm, and David Ellis, and moderator Andrea Thome.
Bid on unique silent auction packages. Take a chance on distinctive raffle prizes. Shop for the perfect gift in the boutique. Enjoy reconnecting with friends over a fabulous luncheon.
Available for Purchase
Help Pave a Path for Success
Your gift helps families and students in our local communities. No act of generosity is too small to make a difference.
Did You Know?
$20 each month purchases 8 new winter coats
A one-time donation of $125 buys 4 new winter coats
$40 pays for 2 brand new books for early readers
A one-time donation of $150 allows a high school student who is homeless shop for holiday gifts
$50 each month gives 8 middle school students a school clothes shopping experience
$100 each month provides brand new kitchen essentials for 2 families
A one-time donation of $375 supplies a school with emergency clothes and toiletries for a year
$200 each month pays for a scholarship to a community college
Click Here to Donate
Meet Our Authors
ELIZABETH BERG
The New York Times bestselling author of 34 novels, including Talk Before Sleep, The Year of Pleasures, and her newly released Life: A Love Story.
KEVIN BOEHM
The co-founder/owner of the Boka Restaurant Group and the Independent Restaurant Coalition. His memoir, The Bottomless Cup, is a vibrant account of his life in and out of restaurants.
DAVID ELLIS
The #1 New York Times bestselling, Edgar Award-winning author of crime fiction, including Look Closer. His latest book is Keep Them Close.
ANDREA THOME, Moderator
Author of the award-winning Hesse Creek series. Her latest novel arrives in October.
You Can Make a Difference When You Register for Books & Brunch
Donors Receive Complimentary Tickets
Support Assistance League programs with a gift of $500 or more and receive tickets to Books & Brunch. Click on the book to see the details.
Preorder Books
Barnes & Noble will donate 30% of book sales. If you preorder your books when you purchase your ticket, you'll be able to quickly pick them up when you arrive. Books will also be available for purchase and signing throughout the event.
Shop at the Boutique
Our vendors will offer a diverse range of unique and appealing items.
Books & Brunch is the perfect place to get a jump start on your holiday shopping!
Transforming Lives and Strengthening Communities
Operation School Bell improves attendance, self-esteem & literacy for PreK-12 students. Winter Coats provides outerwear for elementary students. Middle School Shopping Days allow students to select new school clothing. High School Holiday Shopping allows homeless students to purchase wardrobe necessities for themselves and gifts for loved ones. Early Reading presents books and training materials to our youngest readers. Social Worker's Closet provides school social workers with emergency clothing & personal items.
New Start provide essential kitchen equipment to those leaving homelessness for independent living, encouraging home-cooked meals and extending the reach of limited financial resources.
Scholars Support grants $2500 scholarships to College of DuPage students actively seeking a degree and adults seeking a new career path, easing costs to encourage graduation while increasing the availability of a local skilled workforce.
Assisteens are high school students who have a passion for community service. Teens support Assistance League's programs and develop projects of their own.
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