2026 Annual Gala: Illuminate the Future
November 05, 2026 6:00 - 10:00 pm
The Geraghty, South Hoyne Avenue, Chicago, IL, USA
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Every child deserves the safety, stability, and unconditional support of a loving family.
Your gift to One Family Illinois helps siblings in foster care remain together and provides children and parents with the resources they need to heal, grow, and thrive. Through our distinctive foster care model and supportive village communities, families receive the guidance, stability, and lasting connections that make brighter futures possible.
Together, we can illuminate what is possible and help every child experience the promise of a forever family.
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Illuminate the Future: Lighting the Way for Children and Families to Thrive
Join One Family Illinois for an inspiring evening celebrating the power of family, community, and possibility.
Thursday, November 5, 2026
6:00 PM to 10:00 PM
The Geraghty
2520 S. Hoyne Avenue, Chicago
Cocktail or Black Tie Optional
One Family Illinois is illuminating the future for children and families through a distinctive foster care model that prioritizes keeping siblings together and preserving family bonds. With the dedication of professional foster parents and the stability of our family-centered villages, children and parents receive the support they need to heal, grow, and thrive.
Together, we will celebrate the leaders and partners whose vision, generosity, and service continue to strengthen One Family Illinois and create brighter futures.
Recipient of the Legacy of Family Award
As a member of the Board of Directors and Executive Committee, Lynn's leadership, vision, and generosity have helped advance the mission of One Family Illinois. She was instrumental in establishing Chicago Village, creating opportunities for siblings in foster care to remain together in safe, stable family homes. As Chicago Village marks its 20th anniversary, we are proud to recognize Lynn's enduring commitment to children and families.
Recipient of the Heart of the Village Award
Through its generous financial support and countless volunteer hours, BorgWarner has demonstrated a meaningful commitment to One Family Illinois. The dedication of the BorgWarner team exemplifies the spirit of community and helps ensure that children and families have access to the stability, care, and opportunities they need to thrive.
Your participation helps make this work possible. Purchase a ticket, host a table, become a sponsor, or make a donation to help illuminate what is possible for Illinois children and families.
Together, we can help every child experience the promise of a bright future with a forever family.
Gala Committee
Don Biernacki
Executive Vice President of Construction,
Related Midwest
Theodore Weldon
Co-Founder and Principal, Tree Street Group
Rama Dandamudi MD
Founder & CEO, Dandamudi's Inc.
Jonah M. Siegellak
Principal, Millennium Advisors
Joe Skender
Chairman Emeritus, Skender
Phaedra Leslie
Vice President of Diversity, Workforce Development,
and Community Engagement, ALL Construction Group
Jim Wolfe
Founder, Law Office of James E. Wolfe, P.C.
Board of Directors
Theodore Weldon
Co-Founder and Principal, Tree Street Group
John Trotta
Senior Vice President/Midwest District Leader, WSP USA
Don Biernacki
Executive Vice President of Construction,
Related Midwest
Jeff Riemer
Executive Vice President, Lendlease, Retired
Christina Abbott
Audit Managing Director, KPMG LLP
Angelica Alfaro
Founder & CEO, Alfaro Strategies
Melissa Angelucci
Vice President/Partner, Synnov Group
Ian Burns
Vice President - Assistant General Counsel,
Wintrust Financial Corporation
Mary Patricia Burns
President, Burke Burns & Pinelli, Ltd.
Rama Dandamudi MD
Founder & CEO, Dandamudi's Inc.
Jaclyn Jackson
Senior Vice President, Chief Human Resources Officer,
National Equity Fund
Phaedra Leslie
Vice President of Diversity, Workforce Development,
and Community Engagement, ALL Construction Group
Devin Rowland
President/Principal, KMA Property Management Services
Jonah Siegellak
Principal, Millennium Advisors
Patricia Thomas
Senior Director of Compliance, IQVIA
Jocelyn C. McCoy
Assistant General Counsel, ComEd
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