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Purple Tie Ball

October 3 @ 5:30 pm - 11:59 pm

An evening of elegance and purpose awaits at the 26th Annual Purple Tie Ball—a most enchanting affair dedicated to uplifting and supporting survivors of domestic violence. Guests shall find themselves immersed in a night of refinement, compassion, and meaningful impact, where every moment contributes to a cause of the highest importance.

New venue this year: Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center Hotel
1551 Thoreau Dr N, Schaumburg, IL 60173

Dress code: Purple Tie Formal Attire, Masquerade masks most enthusiastically encouraged.

Step into a night of candlelit grandeur, sweeping music, and hidden identities as the evening unfolds into a dramatic celebration of hope. Enjoy a lively cocktail reception, a delicious dinner and program, an exciting live auction, dazzling raffle prizes, and captivating entertainment.

We are also proud to continue our cherished tradition of presenting the David K. Hill Award to an extraordinary WINGS graduate whose journey reflects strength, resilience, and hope.

This promises to be a truly memorable evening—and we look forward to celebrating with you!

Open invitation

Click here to download the sponsorship packet

Click here to view the raffle catalog
Click here to purchase sponsorships, raffle tickets and event tickets

 

Be sure to get your tickets early. Tickets are $350 per person this year and will increase to $375 starting September 1.

 

Hotel Accommodations

A discounted room block has been reserved for event guests at a special rate of $189 per night.

Reservation Details

We encourage guests to make their reservations early, as rooms are available on a first-come, first-served basis and the group rate is only available through the cutoff date.

 

 

Thank you to our 2026 Host Committee:

Event Co-Chairs: Melissa Canning, Kim Frezados, Maggie Pflanz
Event Decor Co-Chairs: Joanne Castle, Lori Paris, Jackie DesMarteau

Juliann Brown
Milena Djankovic
Roxann Giovannini
Orna Nielsen
Ellaine Sambo-Reyther
Beth Horowitz Steel
Kristin Tews
Fiona Theboul

 

Thank you to our 2026 Sponsors

Premier Sponsors
Pat and Vince Foglia

Presenting Sponsors
Rita and John Canning
Melissa and Mike Canning

Lead Sponsors
The Frezados, Masius, Rieger Foundation
Cathy and Bill Osborn
The Pablecas and Arvanitis Family

Diamond Sponsors
Cynthia and Tom Bridges
Jess and Tim Canning
Beth and Tony Lupo
Shanna and Ned Nikolic

Gold Sponsors
BMO
Riley Haemer
KL Klein Gifting Foundation
M13 Graphics

Silver Sponsors
Allstate
John Blazina and Kathleen Daly
Mary Jo Boler
Janet Boyle and Family Law Solutions, PC
Dr. David Brambert, Brambert Chiropractic & Acupuncture
Dawn and Matt Baumann
Sunitha and Ramana Chamarti
Cynthia and Richard Deyhle
Elevated Minds, Roxann and Jim Giovannini
Endeavor Health Northwest Community Hospital
Peter & Paula Fasseas Foundation
Flourish Health
The Horowitz Steel Family Charitable Foundation
Identiti
Martie and Jim Lennon
The Middleby Corporation
P4 Companies
Lori and John Paris
Chris & Maggie Pflanz / Enclave of South Barrington
Laura and John Podjasek
Jami and Steve Podjasek
Katy and Jeff Podjasek
Val and Bob Robinson
TLynne and Ben Seyfarth
Megan and Steve Shebik

Angel Sponsors
Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital
Suzie and Roger Bassi
The Beaubien Family
Bally’s Chicago Casino
Cornerstone National Bank & Trust Company
Brent Elstrom, Relation Insurance
Rebecca & Joe Darr/Laura & Scott Maier
Debbie and Robert Herst
Hausner Foundation
Harper College
Diane Hill
Imperial Realty
Jennifer Koehler
Jane Marcus and Joshua Kahn
L’Oreal
Mayor Bill and Joane McLeod
J.P. Morgan
Dina Ninfo
Rust-Oleum
Shawna and Mark Radzik
Ellaine Sambo Reyther and Alex Reyther
Alicia and Robert Segal
Jushbeen Shukla
Pulse Technology
Darla Swango/Mimosa Unno
Village of Hoffman Estates
Raj and Crystal Wadyal
Stephanie and Jon-Micheal Wheat

In-Kind Donors
The Flower Studio
Joanne Castle, Euphoria Design
LED Glow Getters
Siblana Events

Sponsors listed confirmed as of 9.1.26

Details

  • Date: October 3
  • Time:
    5:30 pm - 11:59 pm