Benefit
Save the Date!
Friday, October 23, 2026
Families Helping Families of Illinois Annual Benefit Dinner and Auction
Join us to hear the profound impact of Families Helping Families as clients share their inspiring journeys of determination. Heartfelt stories, community spirit, auctions, music and dancing provide an entertaining evening. All donations directly fuel our vital work in empowering local families to build brighter futures. Ticket information will be provided closer to the event.
If you are interested in becoming a sponsor of this event,
please reach out to us at info@fhf.care.
Donate items for our auctions!
We are looking for donated items for guests to bid on during our auctions!
Donations can be single items that will be grouped with other items or themed collections of items, your choice. Gift cards and bottles of wine are always very popular items!
- If you donate an item, please note the value/estimated value of the donation (we need this for tax purposes)
- Please provide a contact name and address so we can thank the donor!
- These should NOT be “garage-sale” or Goodwill-type items. Things that you would want to bid on!
Experience-Based Items (Always Popular!)
- Vacation packages (weekend getaways, Airbnb stays, resort vouchers)
- Hot air balloon ride, ziplining, or helicopter tour
- Private chef dinner or cooking class at home
- Wine tasting tour or local brewery experience
- Behind-the-scenes tour (zoo, sports stadium)
- Golf outing or country club day pass
- Tickets (concerts, theater, sports games, comedy shows)
- “Be a zookeeper, chef, etc. for a day” experience
Food & Beverage
- Restaurant gift certificates
- Private wine or whiskey tasting
- Bar-in-a-jar (super cute and popular!)
- Charcuterie board + wine basket
- Coffee lovers’ bundle (French press, local beans, mugs)
- Cooking class at Sur la Table or with a local chef
- Meal kit subscription (e.g., HelloFresh, Blue Apron)
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Wellness & Beauty
- Spa day package (massage, facial, mani-pedi)
- Yoga studio gift card
- Skincare or self-care gift basket
- Fitness tracker
- Chiropractor or massage therapist session
Art & Home
- Custom portrait or pet painting
- Handcrafted décor or furniture
- Interior design consultation
- Local artisan bundle (pottery, candles, textiles)
Lessons & Learning
- Photography, music, or dance lessons
- Language course or private tutor hours
- College admissions consulting session
- Kids’ enrichment camp or class
Family-Friendly Items
- Theme-park or zoo passes
- Birthday party package (bounce house, entertainer)
- LEGO bundle or toy basket
- Museum or aquarium family membership
- Babysitting or pet-sitting hours
Unique or Quirky Ideas
- Name a character in a local author’s book
- “Reserved” parking space at an event
- Mystery box (with a big-value surprise inside)
- Celebrity video shoutout (e.g., Cameo)
Professional Services
- Financial planning session
- Career coaching or resume revamp
- Home cleaning or landscaping service
Have something you’d like to donate? Contact Sue at info@fhf.care for more information!
Please have all donations to Sue by September 26th.
Thank You to our 2025 Sponsors!
Platinum Sponsors
Gold Sponsors
Silver Sponsor
Bronze Sponsors
A special THANK YOU to Community Partners!
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We appreciate the support of the Gerald Fund!
