Stories that CONNECT
May 19, 2022 • 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. • Kaleidoscope
Stories that Connect is Kaleidoscope’s annual fundraising event to support our programs for children, youth and families healing from abuse and neglect in Chicago.
We’re thrilled to be back in person for this year’s event. The evening will include an open bar and heavy appetizers, silent auction, paddle raise and a brief program featuring our young people, staff and families. We’ll also honor the memories of two early leaders who passed in the last year: Tom Finnegan and Mel Breed.
Together, we’ll share real life stories that showcase how our programs help kids and families build resourcefulness, resiliency, and supportive relationships.
We look forward to safely gathering together in person. In order to protect all guests, Stories that Connect will be held in accordance with all local and national pandemic safety protocols. As the event approaches, attendees will be reminded about safety protocols and what will be needed for the event. Proof of vaccination will be checked at the door.
Our Speakers
Rapheal Mathis
Host and Poet
Kathy Grzelak
Executive Director
Kaleidoscope
Bryan Samuels
Executive Director
Chapin Hall at the University of Chicago
DJ Tess
DJ
Thank you to our sponsors!
PRESENTING SPONSOR
FUEL SPONSOR
FLARE SPONSORS
SPARK SPONSOR
Assured Partners
GCG Financial
X10 Commercial
Sponsor Stories that Connect
In addition to supporting Kaleidoscope, sponsors of Stories that Connect receive marketing benefits to reach the event’s professional audience, as well as social media followers. View complete sponsor benefits here.
To learn more, contact Devin at dwalker[at]kaleidoscope4kids.org.
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Previous Events
Our 2021 event was a virtual experience on July 22, 2021. Together, we raised more than $130,000 for the children, youth and families Kaleidoscope serves and helps heal from abuse and neglect in Chicago. View the program starting at 1:18:10, the second chapter mark.
Our 2020 event was a virtual experience on June 11, 2020. Together, we raised more than $100,000 for the children, youth and families Kaleidoscope serves and helps heal from abuse and neglect in Chicago. THANK YOU to everyone who joined us!
View the entire event below; the show begins 30 minutes in.
About Kaleidoscope
Founded in 1973, Kaleidoscope is a non-profit child welfare agency in Chicago. Each year, we serve more than 500 young people – ranging in age from birth to 21 – who are healing from trauma. Most of our clients have experienced neglect or abuse, and many have also been exposed to substance abuse, extreme poverty and other concerns.
As a result of these traumatic events, our clients have specialized mental health, behavioral, medical and/or pregnancy and parenting needs. Through our services, we ensure their safety, assist them in creating a stable support system, and help them overcome trauma to lead healthy, happy lives. Learn more about our services.