Hephzibah Children's Association

Heart of Gold Ball 2025
2025-03-07 18:30 - 23:30 (America/Chicago) | Rockwell on the River, 3057 N. Rockwell, Chicago, IL, 60618, United States
Save the date for the Heart of Gold Ball 2025! Our signature event will be held at Rockwell on the River in Chicago, and will be a dazzling night of drinks, dancing, dinner and live music. Our program includes wonderful stories about Hephzibah Heroes and those making a difference in the lives of the children and families we serve. Mark your calendars now! Tickets will be on sale closer to the date.
Event Details:
Friday, March 7th
6:30 – 11:30 PM
Rockwell on the River
3057 North Rockwell St.
Chicago, IL 60618

HephziBoo! Dash
2025-10-26 09:00 - 11:00 | Maple Park, 1105 S Maple Ave, Oak Park, IL 60304, Oak Park, IL, 60304, United States
New Location:
The HephziBOO! Dash will take place at Maple Park in Oak Park, Sunday, October 26th, 2025 at 9:00AM

Halloween with Hephzibah!
Each fall on the Sunday before Halloween, the Hephzibah Oak Park Auxiliary hosts the annual, family-friendly Hephzibah BOO Dash! This event is a wonderful opportunity to gather your family, friends and neighbors for some Halloween fun for a great cause! Enjoy pre-run activities like group warm-ups and a post-run raffle and treats. Costumes are encouraged! Join us as we walk and run through the falling leaves of Maple Park!
This event will raise funds to support Hepzibah’s after school program and summer camp. Our after-school program serves more than 700 children from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds, fulfilling a critical need in the Oak Park community for affordable, nurturing, and enriching after-school care for elementary school-aged children. As the Oak Park community continues shifting towards dual-income households, we’re working to meet the need and create margin for our local parents with safe, reliable, and accessible care.

required waiver & release

sponsorship packet

SPONSORSHIP LEVELS:
PLATINUM LEVEL ($2000)

Logo on the Promotional Flyers if committed by 9/20/24.
Promotional Table
Recognition on event webpage and HCA social media
Logo on event day signage
Ability to provide literature/promotional coupon for day of run
Announcement of company name on run day by our DJ
Complimentary race entries for (10) participants

GOLD LEVEL ($1000)

Logo on the Promotional Flyers if committed by 9/20/24.
Promotional Table
Recognition on event webpage and HCA social media
Logo on event day signage
Ability to provide literature/promotional coupon on the day of run
Complimentary race entries for (7) participants

SILVER LEVEL ($750)

Promotional Table
Recognition on event webpage and HCA social media
Logo on event day signage
Ability to provide literature/promotional coupon on the day of run
Complimentary race entries for (4) participants

BRONZE LEVEL ($500)

Promotional Table
Logo on event day signage
Ability to provide literature/promotional coupon for day of on the day of run
Complimentary race entries for (3) participants

FRIENDS OF HEPHZIBAH (donation $250)

Ability to provide literature/promotional coupon for day of on the day of run
Complimentary race entries for (2) participants

Friends Sponsors

In Kind Donors

Parent's Night Out
2025-11-20 18:30 - 23:00 | ComedyPlex Oak Park, 1128 Lake St Lower Level, Oak Park, IL, 60301, United States
Parents, you deserve a break.
We get it – kids are a full-time job! Take a load off with us at the ComedyPlex in Oak Park for some drinks, jokes, and camaraderie with like-minded child-havers. Come enjoy a guilt-free night out on the town: all proceeds from the event go to support Hephzibah’s programs, including after-school day care!

Thursday, November 20th
ComedyPlex in Oak Park
Doors open at 6:30 PM, show at 7:oo PM
Parking at Holley Court Garage, first hour free
2 drink minimum

Contact Whitney Gravely for additional information:wgravely@hephzibahhome.org | 708-649-7161

Heart of Gold Ball 2026
2026-03-06 18:30 - 23:30 | Rockwell on the River, 3057 N. Rockwell, Chicago, IL, 60618, United States
The 2026 Heart of Gold Ball will be held on Friday, March 6th at Rockwell on the River in Chicago, same as last year. Join us for an evening of revelry and refinement as we honor the annual Heart of Gold and Mary Anne Brown Heart of the Home awardees! Continuing the theme ‘A Child at Heart,’ we hope to provide a space where adults can nurture their inner child as they celebrate Hephzibah’s accomplishments and our collective power for change during challenging times. Can’t wait to see you there!
Event Details:

Friday, March 6th, 2026
6:30PM – 11:30PM
Rockwell on the River, Chicago
Dinner, drinks, and appetizers
Amazing auction items for bidding
Live music and a livelier dance floor!

If you’re interested in information about Heart of Gold Ball 2026, contact Whitney Gravely.

Interested in Sponsorship Opportunities? Becoming a sponsor for the Heart of Gold Ball offers an excellent opportunity to promote your business while supporting Hephzibah’s cause!

Sponsor the Heart of Gold Ball

In-Kind Donation Packet

View the 2025 Photo Gallery

2026 Award Recipients
Every year at the Heart of Gold Ball, awards are given to honor those who have made a lasting impact on the lives of Hephzibah children and families.

2026 Heart of Gold Award
The WellSky Foundation
The Heart of Gold Award honors individuals, organizations or corporations who have exhibited outstanding personal or professional achievement affecting disadvantaged children on a local or national level. The WellSky Foundation’s consistent support has strengthened Hephzibah’s programs over many years, allowing us to serve the unique needs of all our children. Wellsky has donated over $100,000 and hundreds of volunteer hours to Hephzibah.

2026 Mary Anne Brown Heart of the Home Award
Tami Wanless
The Heart of the Home Award recognizes outstanding service and commitment to Hephzibah through a particular project or program. Tami is a connector, a community-maker, and a fierce advocate for the children and families of Hephzibah. As president of Hephzibah’s Western Auxiliary, she champions and performs at the annual Rock ‘N’ Roll for your Heart & Soul fundraiser, which has been supporting the Hephzibah Sibling Camp program since 2011.

2026 Heart of Gold Information

Event Forms
In-Kind Donation Form
To donate an auction item for the Heart of Gold Ball 2026, please download THIS FORM, fill it out, and email to Whitney Gravely.
Sponsorship Form
To be a sponsor for the Heart of Gold Ball 2026, please download THIS FORM, fill it out, and email to Whitney Gravely.

Heart of Gold Ball Committees
Host Committee Members

Emily & Christopher Carroll
Timothy & Amy Davis
Mark Schwitzenberg & Wendy Reitz
Kristina & Patrick Woodward

Honorary Gala Committee

Mary DiSomma
Michelle Durpetti & Collin Pierson
Ron & Cathy Fox
Jodi Fyfe & Devon Quinn
Maria Garvy
Ken & Patty Hunt

Hephzibah Board of Directors

Donna Rolf, President
Jon Yates, Vice President
Amy Muran-Felton, Secretary
Alex Liebowitz, Treasurer

Hephzibah Board Members

Lisa Azu-Popow
Jennifer Ellis-Jackson
Greg Flinn
Stephanie Mills Graham
Jennifer Ierardi
Kenna MacKinnon
John McConville
Marcia Gordon Preston
Rondell Richardson
Maayan Rosenboim
Peter Senechalle
Farah Usmani
Tania Zubkus

Previous Heart of Gold Award Winners
The Heart of Gold Award honors individuals, organizations or corporations who have exhibited outstanding personal or professional achievement affecting disadvantaged children on a local or national level.
2025 Northwestern Medicine2024 Paul M. Angell Family Foundation2023 The Coe Family and the Be the Boat Fund2022 Senator Don Harmon / T. Kendall & Patricia Hunt2021 Mary & Bill DiSomma2020 The Chicago Bears2019 Jodi Fyfe2018 Retail Properties of America, Inc. (RPAI)2017 Mary Anne Brown2016 Bryan and Amanda Bickell Foundation2015 Jeff Mauro2014 Hinsdale Junior Woman’s Club2013 NOW Foods2012 Oak Park-River Forest Community Foundation2011 Lerner Family Foundation2010 The Western Auxiliary2009 Mr. John Buck, The John Buck Company2008 Hedge Funds Care2007 General Electric Company2006 Oak Park Auxiliary Board2005 David Crumbaugh2004 Jennifer Capriati2003 Dave and Lynde O’Brien2002 Kim Lutz2001 Ina Broeman2000 Ron Fox1999 Leo Burnett Company, Inc.1998 Dennis Kenny1997 Carol Lingenfelter

Previous Mary Anne Brown Heart of the Home Award Winners
The Mary Anne Brown Heart of the Home Award recognizes outstanding service and commitment to Hephzibah Children’s Association. This award honors those who have supported Hephzibah’s mission through a particular project or program.
2025 Kids Resale Event Managers2024 Eric Friedman2023 Megan Scheck2022 NA2021 Gene & Georgetti & The Durpetti Family2020 9.11 LemonAid2019 Hephzibah Heartmate Volunteers2018 Susan Ellefson & The Peninsula Chicago Hotel2017 NA2016 In memory of Jane Hedges2015 Kathy Nugent2014 Brian Druley and Susan Stark2013 Hephzibah Huskies2012 Jan Maxson, Director of Hephzibah’s Day Care Program2011 Anne Boyle & Susan Reich2010 Amy and Jim Laurenzo2009 Mr. James Van Vliet & Mr. Michael Flynn – The Avis Budget Group Budget Rent-A-Car, O’Hare2008 Keith Elkins2007 Oak Park Women’s Guild2006 Mike Cardamone2005 Mark Shaker2004 Bob and Jeff Ebert

Event Schedule
6:30 PM – Cocktails & Hors d’Oeuvres
7:30 PM – Golden Ticket Raffle & Live Auction
8:00 PM – Dinner is Served
8:30 PM – Award Presentations, Helping Hearts
9:00 PM – Band Performance
10:00 PM – Silent Auction Closes
11:30 PM – Event Ends

Hephzi-Bah Crawl
2026-03-14 14:00 - 18:00 | Starting at Lewey Q’s Tap, 427 N Main St., Glen Ellyn, 60137, United States
A Bar-hopping St. Patrick’s Day Fundraiser!
Join Hephzibah’s Western Auxiliary as they wend their way through four iconic Glen Ellyn bars with one purpose: to raise as much money as possible for Hephzibah’s Sibling Camp! Come ready to revel with a raucous raffle with awesome prizes and drinks galore!
The crawl begins on Saturday, March 14th 2 PM atLewey Q’s Tap at 427 Main St.,after which you’ll drink your way throughKō-zē Wine Room at 484 Main St. at 3 PM,Common Good Cocktail House at 560 Crescent Blvd. at 4 PM,and finally ending at Main Street Pub at 466 Main St. at 5 PM. You won’t want to miss it!

Bar Crawl Waiver

Kids Resale Event
2026-04-16 - 2026-04-18 | St. John’s Lutheran Church, 305 Circle Avenue, Forest Park, IL, 60130, United States
Kids Resale Event
Donate, shop or volunteer at the Spring 2026 Kids Resale Event. Event and donation drop-off location and times as well as a link to volunteer are below. Thank you for your donations! All proceeds from this sale will benefit Hephzibah programs. This event will be donation only. If you have any questions for the Kids Resale Management Team, you may email them at hephzibahkidsresale@gmail.com.

Spring Resale 2026 Dates & Times
Maternity Sale: Thursday, April 16th, 7:30 – 8:30 pmVIP Sale: Friday, April 17th, 6:30 – 9:00 pm (Tickets Required)Regular Sale: Saturday, April 18th, 8:30 -10:30 amHalf Price Sale: Saturday, April 18th, 11:00 am – Noon

Event & Donation Drop-Off Location:St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church305 Circle Ave. Forest Park, IL 60130
Donation Drop-Off Days & Times:Saturday, April 11th: 10 am – 12 pmMonday, April 13th: 7:30 pm – 8:30 pmTuesday, April 14th: 9:30 am – 2 pm, 7:30 pm – 8:30 pmWednesday, April 15th: 9:30 am – 11:30 am
DONATIONS NOT ACCEPTED OUTSIDE OF THESE TIMES

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VIP Sale Tickets are SOLD OUT for the Spring Sale! Make sure you come early to the free-entry regular sale at 8:30 AM on Saturday, April 18th!

Kids Resale Donation Information

Items Accepted: Spring Sale

Excellent Condition Clothing (Clean with no holes or stains) – Spring/Summer (newborn to size 16)

Dresses
Shorts & pants
Pajamas
Shirts, long or short sleeves
Sweatshirts/hoodies
Jackets, rain jackets
Like new underwear
Socks/tights
Dance/gymnastics leotards
Sunglasses, sun hats
Swimsuits, swim trunks, rash guards, cover-ups, goggles
Shoes – sandals, flip flops, tennis shoes, and water shoes
Athletic Footwear – jazz shoes, tap shoes, ballet slippers, cleats, athletic sneakers, rain boots
Spring/Summer Maternity clothing and accessories
4th of July themed clothing

Toys/Games/Books

Toys in good condition with all parts included
Books in good condition
Games and puzzles with all parts (please close boxes with tape or rubber bands)

Items Not Accepted

Clothing that is dirty or has rips, holes, stains, or missing buttons or closures, zippers that do not work, etc
Blankets, sheets, or bed linens
Halloween/Thanksgiving/Winter Holidays/St. Patricks’ Day/Valentine’s Day themed clothing (i.e. shirts with shamrocks or turkeys)
Wearable flotation devices such as life vests and puddle jumpers
Baby Equipment

We will not accept equipment that a baby can sit in, on, or is strapped into. Examples include: baby carriers, exersaucers, high chairs, cribs, car seats, strollers
Feeding equipment such as sippy cups, bottles, and breast pumps

Toys

Stuffed animals
Bicycles and riding toys
Recalled, broken or damaged toys; toys or games with missing pieces
Extra large toy items such as play kitchens
Toys that are outdated

Questions about Items
Want to confirm your item is OK? Email us a picture! hephzibahkidsresale@gmail.com

Mom Prom
2026-04-24 19:00 - 22:00 | Robert’s Westside, 7321 Madison St. IL 60130, Forest Park, IL, 60130, United States
A Ladies Night Out for Charity!
Mom Prom is the party you didn’t know you needed! It’s a night out on the town for women in all stages of life, filled with DJ’s, dresses of all decades, decadence, dancing, door prizes and more. Grab your girlfriends and get ready to make unforgettable memories on the dance floor at Hephzibah’s first Mom Prom. All proceeds from the event will benefit Hephzibah Children’s Association!
Date: Friday, April 24th 7-10 PM
Venue: Robert’s Westside Music Venue, Forest Park, IL
Hosted by: the Hephzibah Mom Prom Committee
Ticket Price: $75
Enjoy…

Cash bar throughout the night
Buffet dinner and dessert

Expect…

Live DJ Colleen Hulen & Dance floor
Raffle items
Door prizes
Photo booth for your glam shots!
Crowning of the Prom Queen!

Thanks to our Sponsors!!

Mom Prom FAQ
Do I need to be a Mom to go?You do NOT need to be a mom to attend. This event is for anyone looking to have an amazing night while supporting the work of Hephzibah on behalf of children and families in our community and beyond.
Can I bring my daughter?You must be over 21 to attend since alcohol is being served, but otherwise everyone is welcome! Tickets make a great gift if you’re looking for something to do together on Friday night.
What do I wear?Mom Prom is about you. Come dressed in the prom clothes of your choice: wear a tacky prom dress, a classy prom dress, or bedazzle a pair of blue jeans and your favorite shirt. Any old bride’s maid dress will do; there will be multiple categories of outfit prizes, so dress like yourself!

Interested in Sponsoring?

The Crown Jewel Package $1,500.00

8 tickets to the event
A table named in your business’ honor
Display signage at the event
Special mention at the event
Recognition on our website and social media
Link on our website and social media

Diamond Package $1,000.00

4 tickets to the event
Business names displayed on table placards
Display signage at the event
Special mention at the event
Recognition on our website and social media
Link on our website and social media

Sparkle Package $500.00

2 tickets to the event
Display signage at the event
Special mention at the event
Recognition on our website and social media
Link on our website and social media

Glitter Package $250.00

Display signage at the event
Special mention at the event
Recognition on our website and social media
Link on our website and social media
