Hephzibah Children's Association

Volunteer Information Session March 16
2020-03-16 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | Hephzibah Children’s Association, 946 North Boulevard, Oak Park, IL, 60301, United States
Interested in becoming a Hephzibah volunteer?
Our volunteers help out in a variety of ways, from serving as Homework Helpers and Technology Mentors to helping our garden grow. Join us for this information session and learn about the ways your time and talents will make a difference in a child’s life.
Group Home Volunteer Opportunities:

Homework Helper
Big Sibling
Hephzibah Heartmate
Petmate

Other Volunteer Opportunities:

Day Care Volunteers
Head Start Volunteers
Hephzibah Huskies
Corporate, Business, Foundation, or Community Partners

To RSVP or find out more information, please email Hannah Weigel, Volunteer Manager.

Foster Parent Information Session
2020-03-09 18:00 - 20:00, 2019-09-03 18:00 - 20:00, 2019-08-05 18:00 | Hephzibah Children’s Association, 1144 Lake Street, 5th Floor, Oak Park, IL, 60301, United States

Heart of Gold Ball 2020
2020-03-07 18:00 - 23:59 | Bridgeport Art Center, 1200 W 35th St , Chicago, IL, 60609, United States
Join us for our 2020 Heart of Gold Ball—our biggest fundraiser of the year—and join hundreds of Hephzibah supporters at the Bridgeport Art Center’s dramatic Skyline Loft for a night of cocktails, live and silent auctions, dinner, dancing and more.
Bridgeport Art Center
1200 West 35th Street, Chicago
6:oo PM– Midnight

Cocktails
Dinner
Dancing
Live Performance
Live Auction
Silent Auction
Drinks in the Elevator!
Wine Pull
Golden Ticket
Black Tie Optional

All proceeds benefit Hephzibah Children’s Association.

BUY TICKETS NOW
AD BOOK
SPONSORSHIP PACKAGE

Menu Selections
Salad
Winter Green Salad (GF, DF)- Belgian Endive, Tuscan Kale, Quinoa, Apple, Marcona Almond, Lemon Juice, Olive Oil
(Please let us know if you have nut allergies)
Entrees
Vegan Cauliflower Gnocchi (GF) – Roasted potato, Cauliflower, Lovage, Shaved Fennel
Braised Short Rib of Beef (GF) – Yukon potato Puree, Baby Turnips, Thumbelina Carrots, Cipollini Onions, Beef Jus
Pan Basted Salmon (GF) – Parsnip Puree, Caramelized Cauliflower, Baby Leeks, Red Port Reduction
Dessert
Slice of Classic Cheese Cake with Raspberry Coulis
Flourless Chocolate Cake (DF) with Soy Chocolate Ganache, Caramelized Dark Chocolate

Rock 'N' Roll For Your Heart & Soul
2020-01-31 19:00 - 23:59 | Alter Brewing Company – The Barrel Room, 2300 Wisconsin Ave., Downers Grove
Join Hephzibah’s Western Auxiliary in funding Sibling Camp!

Live Music
Appetizers
Beverages available for purchase – including Alter’s craft beers!
Raffle
Backpack Dash

Live Music:

Back Pocket Bourbon
Sgt. Pepper’s Tiny Hearts Club Band

Tickets are $80 in advance, $85 at the door
EARLY PRICING OF $80 PER TICKET IS ONLY GOOD UNTIL NOON ON 1/31. AFTER THAT IT’S $85

Get Your Tickets Now

Volunteer Information Session
2020-01-15 18:00 - 19:00 | Hephzibah Children’s Association, 946 North Boulevard, Oak Park, IL, 60301, United States

Swanksgiving
2019-11-15 19:00 - 23:00 | The Lakewood, 1758 W. Lake Street, Chicago, IL, 60612, United States
Join us for one of our newest events, Swanksgiving. This event is organized by our incredible Chicago Auxiliary Board to raise support and awareness for Hephzibah Children’s Association.
Swanksgiving will be held on Friday, November 15, 2019, at The Lakewood, Paramount Events’ private Chicago venue located in the trendy West Loop. Guests will enjoy open bar, delicious food, a DJ, and the chance to win fun and exciting raffle items.

Swanksgiving Sponsorship Packet
Swanksgiving Raffle Donation Form

2019 Oak Park After Dark
2019-10-05 19:00 - 22:00 | Oak Park River Forest Museum, 129 Lake Street, Oak Park, IL, 60302, United States
The Oak Park Auxiliary is hosting its 2nd Annual “Oak Park After Dark” fundraising event this fall on Saturday, October 5th at the Oak Park River Forest Museum at 129 Lake St., Oak Park. Join us for a unique cocktail reception featuring local visual artist TIa Etu, live acoustic musical performance by Emory Gap and more.

Oak Park After Dark Sponsorship Packet (writable PDF) click here
Oak Park After Dark Sponsorship Levels
Oak Park After Dark Sponsorship Letter

Oak Park Auxiliary Bake Sale
2019-09-21 07:00 - 13:00, 2018-08-25 06:00 - 13:15 | Oak Park Farmer’s Market
Stop by to say hello and pick up some delicious treats. Hephzibah’s Oak Park Auxiliary Board hosts its annual Bake Sale at the Oak Park Farmer’s Market with plenty of cookies, brownies, cakes, muffins, pies, gluten-free baked goods, and more! The market is held in the Pilgrim Church Parking lot at 460 Lake St., just one block west of Ridgeland Avenue in Oak Park.
Parking and other shopping information can be found by visiting Village of Oak Park Farmer’s Market Information

Hephzibah Annual Meeting
2019-09-20 08:30 - 11:00 | The Nineteenth Century Club, 178 Forest Avenue, Oak Park, IL, 60301, United States
Please join us to hear from Senator Don Harmon, Assistant Majority Leader from the 39th District in Illinois, as he shares updates in policy affecting Illinois families.
Senator Harmon has championed early childhood education, improving government oversight, advancing ethics reform, curbing gun violence, protecting civil rights and expanding voter access. He also has worked to protect Illinois’ natural resources, promote renewable energy and enhance economic opportunity for all.

Date: Friday, September 20, 2019

Time: 8:30 AM breakfast & networking, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM presentation
Location: Nineteenth Century Club, 178 Forest Ave, Oak Park, IL 60301
Featured Speaker: Senator Don Harmon
A brief Q&A will immediately follow the formal presentation.
A complimentary continental breakfast, juice and coffee will be served.

Hephzibah Kids Resale Event
2019-09-19 19:30 - 2019-09-21 12:00 | St. John’s Lutheran Church, 305 Circle Avenue, Forest Park, IL, 60130, United States
It’s time to Consign or Donate! Clean out your kids’ closets and drawers. We are only accepting Fall and Winter clothing. There are four easy ways to participate in and support our programs through this biannual event; donate, consign, volunteer or shop!
Maternity Only Sale (free entry): Thursday, September 19th, 2019, 7:30 – 8:30 pm
VIP Sale ($10 entry fee): Friday, September 20th, 2019, 7:30 – 9:30 pm Purchase Tickets HERE
Regular Sale (free entry): Saturday, September 21st, 8:30 – 10:30 am
Half-Price Sale (free entry): Saturday, September 21st, 11:00 – 12:00 pm
Connect with us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/groups/HephzibahKidsResale/) for more information about the sale, tagging instruction and possible Facebook contests.
Use the links below for more additional information.
Donate – Click here to learn more about the who, what, when and how of donating. We love donations.
Consign – Learn more about our consignment options and find important reference documents to make your consigning experience even easier.
Volunteer – help the Consignment Sale run smoothly again this year! Volunteers (who work at least 2 shifts) can shop early, before the sale is open to the public. Free childcare is available during morning shifts. Click here to sign up!
Shop – Come find some great deals! Sale dates are Thursday, September 19th 7:30-8:30pm (Maternity and Infant Only Sale), Friday, September 20th 7:30-9:30pm (VIP Sale), and Saturday, September 21st Regular sale 8:30am-10:30am and Half-Price sale 11:00am-12:00pm.

Join our Facebook page to learn more about the sale

Volunteer Information Session
2019-09-09 18:00 - 19:00, 2019-03-11 18:00 - 19:00 | Hephzibah Children’s Association, 946 North Boulevard, Oak Park, IL, 60301, United States
Interested in becoming a Hephzibah volunteer?
Our volunteers help out in a variety of ways, from serving as Homework Helpers and Technology Mentors to helping our garden grow. Join us for this information session and learn about the ways your time and talents will make a difference in a child’s life.
Group Home Volunteer Opportunities:

Homework Helper
Big Sibling
Hephzibah Heartmate
Petmate

Other Volunteer Opportunities:

Day Care Volunteers
Head Start Volunteers
Hephzibah Huskies
Corporate, Business, Foundation, or Community Partners

MORE INFORMATION ABOUT VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
To RSVP or find out more information, please email Hannah Weigel, Volunteer Manager.

Foster Parent Information Session
2019-06-04 18:00 - 20:00 | IL

Hoof It for Hephzibah
2019-05-27 08:00 - 10:00 | Constitution Park, River Forest, IL, 7715 Greenfield Street, River Forest, IL, 60305, United States
Grab your shoes and Hoof It for Hephzibah on Memorial Day. This is the 19th Annual Hoof It for Hephzibah 5K Run/Walk and Kids Races hosted by the Glen Ellyn Western Auxiliary Board. The event is fun for the entire family! Only $30 in advance or $125 per family to register.
REGISTER NOW

Want to Be a Sponsor?
Details are here: Sponsorship Packet or click here to register as a sponsor right now.
About the Glen Ellyn Connection
The Glen Ellyn Western Auxiliary Board has been active in the community since 2002. Each year, the Western Auxiliary organizes and hosts fundraising events and coordinates special events for the children who live at Hephzibah Home.
The Course
The 5K Run/Walk winds through beautiful Glen Ellyn neighborhoods beginning and ending at Newton Park.
Timing
The 5K Run/Walk will be officially chip timed by Runner’s Edge Race Timing. Disposable chip timing attached to your QR code bib is provided.
Event Fee
$30 5K Run/Walk (prior to race day)
$35 5K Run/Walk (day of race registration)
$15 Kids Races: 50 yard dash and 1/4 mile run
Day of Event parking information

Volunteer Information Session
2019-05-13 18:00 - 19:00 | Hephzibah Children’s Association, 946 North Boulevard, Oak Park, IL, 60301, United States
Interested in becoming a Hephzibah volunteer?
Summer Day Care Volunteers click here for info.
Our volunteers help out in a variety of ways, from serving as Homework Helpers and Technology Mentors to helping our garden grow. Join us for this information session and learn about the ways your time and talents will make a difference in a child’s life.
Group Home Volunteer Opportunities:

Homework Helper
Big Sibling
Hephzibah Heartmate
Petmate

Other Volunteer Opportunities:

Day Care Volunteers
Head Start Volunteers
Hephzibah Huskies
Corporate, Business, Foundation, or Community Partners

MORE INFORMATION ABOUT VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

To RSVP or find out more information, please email Hannah Weigel, volunteer manager.

Ham Bingo
2019-05-07 20:00 - 22:00 | Oak Park Brewing Co., 155 S. Oak Park Avenue, Oak Park, IL, 60302
Join the Oak Park Auxiliary Board to play bingo and share some laughs at this fun twist on charity bingo sponsored by Hamburger Mary’s Show Lounge and the Oak Park Brewing Co. in Oak Park. Join Diva Savannah Westbrooke’s this is NOT your typical “church basement bingo.” It’s all about having fun while supporting Hephzibah! Bring a group of friends and enjoy a lot of laughs!
The show can get a little risque, so enjoy the drink specials and leave the kids at home!
Included with your ticket is one bingo card for 10 games. Additional bingo cards will be available at the door. Fun prizes and great raffle items will make for an entertaining night!

Sibling Camp Counselor Informational Meeting
2019-04-23 18:00 - 20:00 | Hephzibah Children’s Association, 1144 Lake Street, 5th Floor, Oak Park, IL, 60301, United States

Training Symposium on LGBTQ+ Youth
2019-04-18 12:00 - 17:00 | Northside College Prep High School, 5501 N. Kedzie Avenue, Chicago, IL, 60625, United States
SAVE THE DATE: 6th Annual Training Symposium
Providing Hope and Healing: LGBTQ+ Youth and Initiating Change Within Systems

Hephzibah Kids Resale Event
2019-04-12 19:30 - 21:30 | St. John’s Lutheran Church, 305 Circle Avenue, Forest Park, IL, 60130, United States
It’s time to Consign or Donate! Clean out your kids’ closets and drawers. We are only accepting Spring and Summer clothing. There are four easy ways to participate in and support our programs through this new annual event; donate, consign, volunteer or shop!
Maternity Only Sale (free entry): Thursday, April 11, 2019, 7:30 – 8:30 pm
VIP Sale ($10 entry fee): Friday, April 12, 2019, 7:30 – 9:30 pm Purchase Tickets HERE
Regular Sale (free entry): Saturday, April 13, 2019, 8:30 – 11:00 am
Half-Price Sale (free entry): Saturday, April 13, 2019, 11:00 – 12:00 pm
Connect with us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/groups/HephzibahKidsResale/) for more information about the sale, tagging instruction and possible Facebook contests.
Use the links below for more additional information.
Donate – Click here to learn more about the who, what, when and how of donating. We love donations.
Consign – Learn more about our consignment options and find important reference documents to make your consigning experience even easier.
Volunteer – help the Consignment Sale run smoothly again this year! Volunteers (who work at least 2 shifts) can shop early, before the sale is open to the public. Free childcare is available during morning shifts. Click here to sign up!
Shop – Come find some great deals! Sale dates are Thursday, April 11th 7:30-8:30pm (Maternity and InfantOnly Sale), Friday, April 12th 7:30-9:30pm (VIP Sale), and Saturday, April 13th Regular sale 8:30am-11:00am and Half-Price sale 11:00am-12:00pm.

Join our Facebook page to learn more about the sale
Hephzibah Kids Resale Event

Care & Spare Bowling Fundraiser
2019-03-30 14:30 - 17:00 | Timber Lanes Bowling Alley, 1851 W. Irving Park Road, Chicago, IL, 60613, United States
Join Hephzibah’s Chicago Auxiliary Board for a fun-filled day of bowling
Timber Lanes Bowling Alley
1851 W Irving Park Rd.
Chicago 60613
All proceeds directly benefit Hephzibah Children’s Association
Registration fee is $50 and includes:

2.5 hours of bowling
shoe rental
pizza
two drink tickets

*Attendees must be 21 and older
Contact Whitney Gravely at wgravely@www.hephzibahhome.org for more info

Heart of Gold Ball 2019
2019-03-02 18:00 - 23:59 | Bridgeport Art Center, 1200 W 35th St , Chicago, IL, 60609, United States
Online registration is closed for the event. If you are interested in attending or for more information, please contact Director of Development, Juliet Yera, at 649.7140 x 7158 or jyera@www.hephzibahhome.org
HELPING HEART

Bridgeport Art Center
1200 West 35th Street, Chicago
6:oo PM– Midnight
Join us for our 2019 Heart of Gold Ball—our biggest fundraiser of the year—and join hundreds of Hephzibah supporters at the Bridgeport Art Center’s dramatic Skyline Loft for a night of cocktails, live and silent auctions, dinner, dancing and more.

Cocktails
Dinner
Dancing
Live Band (Maggie Speaks)
Live Auction
Silent Auction
Drinks in the Elevator!
Wine Pull
Golden Ticket
Black Tie Optional

All proceeds benefit Hephzibah Children’s Association.
HELPING HEART

AUCTION DONATION FORM
AUCTION PACKET
AD BOOK FORM
SPONSORSHIP PACKAGE
DOWNLOAD INVITATION

Scenes from our 2018 Heart of Gold Ball

Volunteer Information Session
2019-01-14 18:00 - 19:00 | Hephzibah Children’s Association, 946 North Boulevard, Oak Park, IL, 60301, United States
Interested in becoming a Hephzibah volunteer? Our volunteer manager hosts a volunteer information session every other month beginning in September. We hope you can join us and learn about the ways your time and talents will make a difference in a child’s life. Take a look at the options.
To RSVP, send an email to Hannah Weigel, volunteer manager.

Swanksgiving
2018-11-16 19:00 - 23:00 | The Lakewood, 1758 W. Lake Street, Chicago, IL, 60612, United States
We hope you can join us for one of our newest events, Swanksgiving. This new event is generously hosted in partnership with Paramount Events as a way to raise support and awareness for Hephzibah Children’s Association. Swanksgiving will be held on Friday, November 16, 2018, at The Lakewood, Paramount Events private Chicago venue located in the trendy West Loop. Guests will enjoy wine and beer tasting, cocktails, delicious food, a DJ, and the change to win fun and exciting raffle items. Sign up today!
Swanksgiving Sponsorship Packet
Swanksgiving Raffle Donation Form

Oak Park After Dark
2018-10-13 19:00 - 22:00 | Oak Park River Forest Museum, 129 Lake Street, Oak Park, IL, 60302, United States
The Oak Park Auxiliary presents “Oak Park After Dark” a new signature fundraising event to be held on Saturday, October 13th at the Oak Park Art League. Join us for a unique cocktail reception featuring the exhibition “Through the Cracks, the Light Comes In” local performance artists and more.
Oak Park After Dark Sponsorship Packet (writable PDF) click here

Mentor Information Session
2018-08-20 18:00 - 19:30 | Hephzibah Children’s Association, 1144 Lake Street, 5th Floor, Oak Park, IL, 60301, United States
Join us for an information session to learn more about becoming a mentor with youth in foster care. Whether you have 4 hours or 16 hours each month to share with a child, there is a mentor opportunity that can fit your schedule! Choose which time works best for your schedule; August 20th 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm OR 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Mentor Info Flyer

Stage 773 Hosts Laughing for a Purpose to benefit Hephzibah!
2018-06-07 19:30 - 21:30 | Stage 773, 1225 West Belmont, Chicago, IL, 60657, United States
A Comedy Fundraiser to benefit Hephzibah will be hosted by Stage 773 next month. Admission cost of $40/per person includes all you can drink, a great selection of heavy apps and the show! Performers for the 90 minute performance (with one intermission) will include: Jill Valentine, Adriana Alexander, Jimmy Shay, Billy Sullivan, Caitlin Rose and MANY MORE! A silent auction will also be featured. All proceeds are tax deductible.
To learn more details, please visit the following:
Facebook or STAGE 773

Hoof It for Hephzibah!
2018-05-28 08:00 - 10:00 | Constitution Park, River Forest, IL, 7715 Greenfield Street, River Forest, IL, 60305, United States
Grab your shoes and Hoof It for Hephzibah on Memorial Day! This is the 18th Annual Hoof It for Hephzibah 5K Run/Walk and Kids Races hosted by the Glen Ellyn Western Auxiliary Board. The event is fun for the entire family! Only $30 in advance or $125 per family to register.
Register Here
FIND RACE RESULTS HERE
Sponsorship Opportunities are available! Sponsorship Packet
About the Glen Ellyn Connection
The Glen Ellyn Western Auxiliary Board has been active in the community since 2002. Each year, the Western Auxiliary organizes and hosts fundraising events and coordinates special events for the children who live at Hephzibah Home.
The Course
The 5K Run/Walk winds through beautiful Glen Ellyn neighborhoods beginning and ending at Newton Park.
Timing
The 5K Run/Walk will be officially chip timed by Runner’s Edge Race Timing. Disposable chip timing attached to your QR code bib is provided.
Event Fee
$30 5K Run/Walk (prior to race day)
$35 5K Run/Walk (day of race registration)
$15 Kids Races: 50 yard dash and 1/4 mile run
Day of Event parking information
