See our upcoming events below. Click on any event to find out the details, including registration and sponsorship opportunities.
Please note that stock giving and crypto can be used for the whole ticket/sponsorship with a benefit of saving on capital gains for the whole gift and getting a partial tax deduction. Donor-Advised Funds can be used only for donations where nothing is received in return such as an impact auction donation.
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Purple Tie Ball
October 4 @ 6:00 pm - 11:59 pm
Please join us for WINGS 25th Annual Purple Tie Ball!
New venue this year – Westin Hotel in Rosemont
6100 N River Road, Rosemont, IL 60018
6:00pm to 7:00pm, Cocktail Reception
7:00pm to 8:30pm, Dinner and Program
9:00pm to midnight, Bluewater Kings Band
Dress code: Black tie optional/enchanted garden
Raise a glass and join us as we honor Domestic Violence Awareness Month and celebrate 40 years of life-changing impact through our vital services. We are thrilled to invite you to the 25th annual Purple Tie Ball—an unforgettable evening in support of survivors.
Step into an Enchanted Garden like no other, where wonder and elegance await. The night will feature a vibrant cocktail reception, a delicious dinner and program, an exciting live auction, dazzling raffle prizes, and captivating entertainment—all inspired by the magic of the garden.
We are proud to continue our cherished tradition of presenting the David K. Hill Award to an extraordinary WINGS graduate, whose journey embodies strength, resilience, and hope.
This milestone event promises to be a truly memorable celebration—and we can’t wait to share it with you!
Click here to download the sponsorship packet
Thank you to our 2025 Host Committee:
Kim Frezados and Shanna Nikolic, Event Co-Chairs
Joanne Castle and Lori Paris, Event Decor Co-Chairs
Juliann Brown
Stephanie Burek
Melissa Canning
Jackie DesMarteau
Shelby Hasten
Kelly Miller
Orna Nielsen
Maggie Pflanz
Paulina Pieniazek
Ellaine Sambo-Reyther
Becky Sulecki
Kristin Tews
Fiona Theboul
