WHEN: Saturday September 23, 2023 / 5-9:30 pm CST
DETAILS: Gratitude fills our hearts as we plan our 14th annual gala to raise money for families in the epilepsy community. Danny Did has assisted parents and patients spanning all 50 states and 16 countries. And yet, there remains a large unmet need, and we look to increase our impact in the years ahead. The dollars we raise will change lives for the better.
FORMAT: We are happy to welcome friends and supporters for our Hearts & Hugs fundraiser at Theater on the Lake in Chicago. Hosted by our friend Mike Lowe of WGN News, our program will feature family impact stories, auctions, a raffle drawing, live music from Terry Byrne, and our "Bid From the Heart" segment. The event features an early start so guests can enjoy the sunset from the patio overlooking Lake Michigan.
There will also be a live stream of our program, with Danny Did supporters able to watch remotely from across the U.S. For those watching remotely, a pre-show countdown will lead up to the live stream, beginning at 7 pm CST.
REGISTRATION: Information coming in July 2023.
HOST COMMITTEE & VIP TABLES: If you are interested to join our Hearts & Hugs Host Committee or to purchase a VIP reserved table, click here for details or email mduffy@dannydid.org to learn more.
HOW TO WATCH REMOTELY: For those watching from afar, there will be no cost to watch our live streaming program, which will be broadcast on YouTube Live. We ask that you register for free in advance of the event, so we can send you updates leading up to the event.
For the optimal experience, viewers should plan to use one screen or monitor to watch our program on YouTube Live, and separately, to use your smartphone to bid, buy raffles or donate.
PLATINUM SPONSORS: Special thanks for the commitment and partnership of our Platinum Sponsors: UCB and Redwood Logistics. If you are interested to support this event as a sponsor partner, please see details here or email tfstanton@dannydid.org.
ONLINE SILENT AUCTION: Bidding will be online and via smart phone. Participants can bid from anywhere, near or far. Visit the event website to browse and bid. The winner of each item does not need to be present.
RAFFLE PRIZE: Details coming soon.
LIVE AUCTION ITEMS: Our four live auction packages will be open for bidding in the week leading up to the event. Visit the event website to browse and bid.
DONATIONS: If you cannot attend this event but would like to make a donation, please click here.
Hearts & Hugs questions? Email us at info@dannydid.org.
