2025 EMPOWER Gala – Dream. Believe. Become.

Name: 2025 EMPOWER Gala – Dream. Believe. Become.
Start: 2025-11-15T18:00:00-06:00
Location: Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Naperville

Schedule

Sat, 15 Nov, 2025 at 06:00 pm

UTC-06:00

Location

Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Naperville | Naperville, IL

This fun-filled and important evening will celebrate the powerful impact of empowering kids to realize their purpose, know their value, and discover their pathway. Together, we will continue building resilient kids who say “NO” to destructive choices and “YES” to endless possibilities. Gala highlights include:
-- A welcoming reception with inspiring student performances
-- Special Guest – Actress, Author, & Mental Health Advocate Mariel Hemingway
-- Kids’ Champion Award Recipient – Elizabeth Braham Spencer,
Executive Director, Naperville Community Television
-- Live auction, dinner, and paddle raise during the main program
-- Music and celebration as we kick off KidsMatter’s 25th Anniversary Year