2026 ascension illinois foundation gala

PRESENTED BY SUPERIOR AMBULANCE SERVICE

please join us!

saturday, april 18, 2026

THE OLD POST OFFICE

433 W. VAN BUREN STREET | CHICAGO

Join us for a special evening postmarked with purpose — addressing critical needs and ensuring first-class, compassionate behavioral healthcare to all.

Your generosity sustains Ascension Illinois in delivering hope and healing —
today, tomorrow, and for many years to come.

Event registration is now closed.

evening schedule

6 TO 7:30 PM

COCKTAIL RECEPTION and SILENT AUCTION

7:30 TO 9 PM

OPENING PROGRAM, DINNER, LIVE and REVERSE AUCTIONS

9 PM TO MIDNIGHT

MUSIC and DANCING

Live music provided by BPM

Black Tie Optional

Complimentary Valet Parking

meet our emcee

Ryan Chiaverini is an Emmy award winning TV host and Lead Sports Anchor for ABC 7 Chicago’s top-rated newscasts. For more than 20 years, Ryan has captivated audiences with his energetic style and creative segments that go beyond traditional highlights. A former college athlete and longtime Chicago sports anchor, he also spent a decade hosting the popular ABC7 talk show Windy City LIVE, where he interviewed the biggest names in Hollywood, sports, politics and Chicagoans making a difference.

sponsorships

Event sponsorships begin at $3,000. Learn how you can make an impact through event sponsorship, in-kind donations, table reservations and more. Please contact Julie Baker at Julie.Baker@ascension.org or 224-273-4106 for more information.

VIEW SPONSORSHIP LEVELS & BENEFITS (PDF)

in-kind donations

Make a tax-deductible in-kind donation to our live or silent auctions. See form for additional benefits. Please contact Tracy Graal-Smith at Tracy.Graal@ascension.org or 224-273-2652 for more information.

VIEW IN-KIND DONATION FORM (PDF)