Earth Day benefit supports local environmental efforts
Anyone who is concerned about the environment can help support The Conservation Foundation's work protecting natural areas and vital waterways in the region by joining other like-minded folk at the annual 2016 Earth Day Benefit Dinner.
This fundraising dinner will be held from 5 to 9 p.m. Thursday, April 21, at Bobak's Signature Events, 6440 Double Eagle Drive, Woodridge. It typically is attended by more than 500 community leaders, elected officials, and conservation supporters.
In addition to an exquisite meal, guests can participate in a silent auction featuring more than 200 e-nature-inspired items while sharing an evening with representatives from the natural resources industry and others interested in preserving our environment. Bidding is easy from each guest's smartphone using BidPal technology that makes keeping track of desired items easy. Each item is displayed on the smartphone for perusal, and users can easily manage their list of bids. BidPal provides instantaneous checkout, and emailed receipts. Visit theconservationfoundation.org/benefitdinner often for silent auction updates and sneak previews.
The Wall of Wine is a popular feature for guests who can choose a red or white wrapped bottle from a display of mystery vintages and values for $20. Individual dinner tickets are $100 each. Register online at theconservationfoundation.org under Upcoming Events, or call Carrie Thompson at (630) 428-4500, ext. 110. Table sponsorships are still available which include a table of eight, acknowledgment of sponsorship participation in the event, and other benefits. Email Chere Hayes at chaye@theconservationfoundation.org or call (630) 428-4500, ext. 117.
The Conservation Foundation, headquartered in Naperville, is one of the region's oldest and largest nonprofit land and watershed conservation organizations. Since it was founded in 1972, it has helped preserve nearly 33,000 acres of open space, restored and cleaned miles of rivers and streams, and educated thousands of kids by engaging them in nature and the outdoors. Work is focused in DuPage, Kane, Kendall and Will counties to preserve and restore nature in your neighborhood. Find out more at theconservationfoundation.org.