Benefit

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.

Thank you to everyone who made our 2026 Benefit Dinner a success!

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The RSVP deadline has past. If you are not able to attend this year, we will see you next year!

Donate items for our auctions!

It’s never too early to donate 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)

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!

Thank You to our 2026 Sponsors!

Platinum Sponsors

Gold Sponsors

Silver Sponsor

Bronze Sponsors

A special THANK YOU to Community Partners!

We appreciate the support of the Gerald Fund!

Cake Charming

Former FHF client Tiffany, owns and operates Cake Charming. Tiffany’s life experiences have deeply influenced the mission of Cake Charming, infusing it with a commitment to compassion and generosity. Visit her Cake Charming website today!