BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Hephzibah Children's Association - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.hephzibahhome.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Hephzibah Children's Association REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20270314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20271107T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260306T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260306T233000 DTSTAMP:20260418T075059 CREATED:20260115T204706Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T170957Z UID:230960-1772821800-1772839800@www.hephzibahhome.org SUMMARY:Heart of Gold Ball 2026 DESCRIPTION: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! \nEvent Details:\n\nFriday\, March 6th\, 2026\n6:30PM – 11:30PM\nRockwell on the River\, Chicago\nDinner\, drinks\, and appetizers\nAmazing auction items for bidding\nLive music and a livelier dance floor!\n\nIf you’re interested in information about Heart of Gold Ball 2026\, contact Whitney Gravely. \n \n \n \n \n \n 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!\n \n Sponsor the Heart of Gold Ball\n \n In-Kind Donation Packet\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n View the 2025 Photo Gallery\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 Award Recipients\nEvery 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. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 Heart of Gold Award\nThe WellSky Foundation\nThe 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.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 Mary Anne Brown Heart of the Home Award\nTami Wanless\nThe 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.  \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 Heart of Gold Information\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Forms\n In-Kind Donation Form\nTo donate an auction item for the Heart of Gold Ball 2026\, please download THIS FORM\, fill it out\, and email to Whitney Gravely. \nSponsorship Form\nTo be a sponsor for the Heart of Gold Ball 2026\, please download THIS FORM\, fill it out\, and email to Whitney Gravely. \n \n \n \n \n \n Heart of Gold Ball Committees\n Host Committee Members\n\nEmily & Christopher Carroll\nTimothy & Amy Davis\nMark Schwitzenberg & Wendy Reitz\nKristina & Patrick Woodward\n\nHonorary Gala Committee\n\nMary DiSomma\nMichelle Durpetti & Collin Pierson\nRon & Cathy Fox\nJodi Fyfe & Devon Quinn\nMaria Garvy\nKen & Patty Hunt\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Hephzibah Board of Directors\n \nDonna Rolf\, President\nJon Yates\, Vice President\nAmy Muran-Felton\, Secretary\nAlex Liebowitz\, Treasurer\n\nHephzibah Board Members\n\nLisa Azu-Popow\nJennifer Ellis-Jackson\nGreg Flinn\nStephanie Mills Graham\nJennifer Ierardi\nKenna MacKinnon\nJohn McConville\nMarcia Gordon Preston\nRondell Richardson\nMaayan Rosenboim\nPeter Senechalle\nFarah Usmani\nTania Zubkus\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Previous Heart of Gold Award Winners\n 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. \n2025 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 \n \n \n \n \n \n Previous Mary Anne Brown Heart of the Home Award Winners\n 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. \n2025 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 \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Schedule\n 6:30 PM – Cocktails & Hors d’Oeuvres \n7:30 PM – Golden Ticket Raffle & Live Auction \n8:00 PM – Dinner is Served \n8:30 PM – Award Presentations\, Helping Hearts \n9:00 PM – Band Performance \n10:00 PM – Silent Auction Closes \n11:30 PM – Event Ends URL:https://www.hephzibahhome.org/event/heart-of-gold-ball-2026/ LOCATION:Rockwell on the River\, 3057 N. Rockwell\, Chicago\, IL\, 60618\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.hephzibahhome.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/HOG-26-Banner-1920x1080-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260314T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260314T180000 DTSTAMP:20260418T075059 CREATED:20260205T140010Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T182315Z UID:231196-1773496800-1773511200@www.hephzibahhome.org SUMMARY:Hephzi-Bah Crawl DESCRIPTION:A Bar-hopping St. Patrick’s Day Fundraiser!\nJoin 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! \nThe 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! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n Bar Crawl Waiver URL:https://www.hephzibahhome.org/event/hephzi-bah-crawl/ LOCATION:Starting at Lewey Q’s Tap\, 427 N Main St.\, Glen Ellyn\, 60137\, United States CATEGORIES:Event,Western Auxiliary ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.hephzibahhome.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Hephzi-bah-Crawl.png ORGANIZER;CN="Whitney Gravely":MAILTO:wgravely@www.hephzibahhome.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260416 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260419 DTSTAMP:20260418T075059 CREATED:20240126T162616Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T151544Z UID:225948-1776297600-1776556799@www.hephzibahhome.org SUMMARY:Kids Resale Event DESCRIPTION:Kids Resale Event\nDonate\, 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. \n \n \n \n \n \n Spring Resale 2026 Dates & Times\nMaternity 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 \n \n \n \n \n \n Event & Donation Drop-Off Location:St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church305 Circle Ave. Forest Park\, IL 60130 \nDonation 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 \nDONATIONS NOT ACCEPTED OUTSIDE OF THESE TIMES \n \n Volunteer at the Event\n \n \n \n \n \n Follow us on socials for giveaways and news!\n \n \n \n \n \n FollowFollow\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 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!  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kids Resale Donation Information\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Items Accepted: Spring Sale\n \nExcellent Condition Clothing (Clean with no holes or stains) – Spring/Summer (newborn to size 16)\n\nDresses\nShorts & pants\nPajamas\nShirts\, long or short sleeves\nSweatshirts/hoodies\nJackets\, rain jackets\nLike new underwear\nSocks/tights\nDance/gymnastics leotards\nSunglasses\, sun hats\nSwimsuits\, swim trunks\, rash guards\, cover-ups\, goggles\nShoes – sandals\, flip flops\, tennis shoes\, and water shoes\nAthletic Footwear – jazz shoes\, tap shoes\, ballet slippers\, cleats\, athletic sneakers\, rain boots\nSpring/Summer Maternity clothing and accessories\n4th of July themed clothing\n\n\nToys/Games/Books\n\nToys in good condition with all parts included\nBooks in good condition\nGames and puzzles with all parts (please close boxes with tape or rubber bands)\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Items Not Accepted\n \nClothing that is dirty or has rips\, holes\, stains\, or missing buttons or closures\, zippers that do not work\, etc\nBlankets\, sheets\, or bed linens\nHalloween/Thanksgiving/Winter Holidays/St. Patricks’ Day/Valentine’s Day themed clothing (i.e. shirts with shamrocks or turkeys)\nWearable flotation devices such as life vests and puddle jumpers\nBaby Equipment\n\nWe 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\nFeeding equipment such as sippy cups\, bottles\, and breast pumps\n\n\nToys\n\nStuffed animals\nBicycles and riding toys\nRecalled\, broken or damaged toys; toys or games with missing pieces\nExtra large toy items such as play kitchens\nToys that are outdated\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Questions about Items\n Want to confirm your item is OK? Email us a picture! hephzibahkidsresale@gmail.com URL:https://www.hephzibahhome.org/event/kids-resale-calendar-event/ LOCATION:St. John’s Lutheran Church\, 305 Circle Avenue\, Forest Park\, IL\, 60130\, United States CATEGORIES:Kids Resale Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260424T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260424T220000 DTSTAMP:20260418T075059 CREATED:20260310T215433Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T150524Z UID:231419-1777057200-1777068000@www.hephzibahhome.org SUMMARY:Mom Prom DESCRIPTION:A Ladies Night Out for Charity!\n     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! \nDate:  Friday\, April 24th 7-10 PM \nVenue: Robert’s Westside Music Venue\, Forest Park\, IL \n Hosted by:  the Hephzibah Mom Prom Committee \n Ticket Price: $75 \n Enjoy… \n\nCash bar throughout the night\nBuffet dinner and dessert\n\nExpect… \n\nLive DJ Colleen Hulen & Dance floor\nRaffle items\nDoor prizes\nPhoto booth for your glam shots!\nCrowning of the Prom Queen!\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Mom Prom FAQ\nDo 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.  \nCan 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. \nWhat 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! \n \n \n \n \n \n Interested in Sponsoring?\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Crown Jewel Package $1\,500.00 \n\n8 tickets to the event\nA table named in your business’ honor\nDisplay signage at the event\nSpecial mention at the event\nRecognition on our website and social media\nLink on our website and social media\n\nDiamond Package $1\,000.00 \n\n4 tickets to the event\nBusiness names displayed on table placards\nDisplay signage at the event\nSpecial mention at the event\nRecognition on our website and social media\nLink on our website and social media\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sparkle Package $500.00 \n\n2 tickets to the event\nDisplay signage at the event\nSpecial mention at the event\nRecognition on our website and social media\nLink on our website and social media\n\nGlitter Package $250.00 \n\nDisplay signage at the event\nSpecial mention at the event\nRecognition on our website and social media\nLink on our website and social media URL:https://www.hephzibahhome.org/event/mom-prom/ LOCATION:Robert’s Westside\, 7321 Madison St. IL 60130\, Forest Park\, IL\, 60130\, United States CATEGORIES:Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.hephzibahhome.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/MomProm-Banner.png ORGANIZER;CN="Whitney Gravely":MAILTO:wgravely@www.hephzibahhome.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR