Recipients
The Backpack Project
The Backpack Project is a nonprofit organization working in local communities to fight against homelessness. 9-year-old founder, Ryan Gustis, was inspired to help after seeing a woman sitting with a sign that said, “I’m not a bad girl, I just made a bad choice.” He soon realized that this woman’s Read more
Recipients
Angelic Kindness
You could say that Angelic Kindness blossomed on a cold January day. Founders, Mary and Debbie had just entered the 2nd grade not knowing what was in store for them. The girls grew inseparable, practically living in each other’s homes, and developing bonds with the two most important people in Read more
Info Recipients
Pink Heals – Joliet (2024)
Pink Heals Joliet Area Chapter Mission Statement: As the Pink Heals Joliet Area Chapter, we use the color Pink not for breast cancer but because it is the color of women! To us, it should not matter what type of illness she or her family has. We as a society Read more
Spotlights
2024 Recipients Named
April 3, 2024 – In a thrilling announcement, The Kindness Gala Foundation, located in Joliet, Illinois, proudly reveals its exhilarating partnership with two cherished charities that have been integral to our journey from the beginning. This year, we are ecstatic to welcome back Pink Heals of Joliet and Shorewood HUGS Read more
Sponsors What do I get when I sponsor
What do I get when I sponsor
the Kindness Gala 2024?
Being a sponsor for the Kindness Gala can bring numerous benefits, both for the sponsoring organization and our event. Here are some key advantages of sponsoring the Kindness Gala: Enhanced Brand Visibility: Sponsoring a charity event provides significant exposure and visibility for your brand or organization. It allows you to Read more
Recipients
Pat Clark Cancer Foundation
Pat Clark Cancer Foundation (Pat Clark CF)was created in 2008 after Pat lost her battle with cancer. We knew then that we wanted to help others suffering with cancer and help find a cure. We started with just a few volunteers running small fundraisers throughout the year, with all the Read more
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Purple Project
On August 19, 2012, our daughter, Alisha Bromfield, and her unborn child were brutally murdered. My husband, Joe, and I were devastated when we heard the news. After the shock wore off, we each struggled with grief in our own way. I was left with two overwhelming emotions, anger and Read more
Recipients
Hearts With Compassion (2022)
Hearts with Compassion was started to help remove the burden off of those that are in need in Will County and surrounding areas.
Recipients
Team Make A Difference (2022)
Team Make A Difference is a new nonprofit organization that was established to help people in need, a “Hero”, by renovating a dream room for them. This space is considered their special place within their home, where they spend most of their time. We want to create an atmosphere that Read more