Thank you for supporting our 48th Annual Benefit Gala!
Our partners, donors and guests demonstrated a shared commitment to our vision and to the shining achievements that transpire when a community comes together in support of children and their families.
It was a bright and shining night, to ensure children with disabilities and their families thrive.
Final results are coming soon! Save the date for next year: March 6, 2027!
Award Recipients:
Crystal Pillar Recipient
Rich Howe
Rich has photographed events for Easterseals DuPage & Fox Valley for more than eleven years and has participated in the Photography Exhibition since 2020.
Alviti Changemakers
Brad Serot & Yes We Can Cycling
Team includes: Brad Serot, Ian Murphy, Kevin Collins, Isaac Chinwalla, Andrew Najem, Andy Halik, Michael Berger, Chris Powell, Carson Boneck, Adrian Jaronczyk, Chris Connelly, Eric Nixon, Dylan Nixon, Lianna Nixon, Todd Hankinson, Chris Sczymancyk, Casey VanCampenhout, and Kayla Nixon.
2026 Gala Emcee
Sarah Spain
Emmy & Peabody Award-Winning Sports Journalist
Sarah Spain is an award-winning sports journalist and storyteller, recognized with both Emmy and Peabody honors. With more than 15 years at ESPN, she has built a dynamic career across television, radio, and digital media. She currently hosts the women's sports podcast Good Game with Sarah Spain and is the co-author of Runs in the Family.