College of Lake County Foundation Scholarship Gala features online bidding
Friends of the College of Lake County are invited to register online to participate in the silent auction supporting the CLC Foundation's 2017 Scholarship Gala: Road to Success - Off to a Grand Start.
"Even if you are unable to attend the gala at the historic Drake Hotel in downtown Chicago, you may participate in online bidding for more than 40 beautiful themed baskets and items donated by CLC employees and local businesses throughout Lake County," said Kristen Davis, annual giving and alumni relations manager. "It's a great way to get your holiday gift shopping done early while supporting CLC student scholarships and grants." Limited tickets are still available to attend the event on Saturday, Oct. 28.
In addition, friends of CLC can purchase raffle tickets for a grand prize dream vacation raffle - a trip for two to the winner's choice of three destinations: British Columbia, Canada; Monte Carlo, Monaco; or Montego Bay, Jamaica; with air fare for two. Raffle tickets are $50 each or five for $200 and are available at the Foundation Office in the E Building, Grayslake Campus, at http://clc17.gesture.com or at the gala. The raffle is being sponsored by R.J. Galla Company, Grayslake.
In Fiscal Year 2016, the CLC Foundation awarded $952,643 to 386 students. These awards provide the financial support needed to connect students to their dream of a higher education and advanced career opportunities.
The Gala's Diamond sponsor is Cancer Treatment Centers of America® at Midwestern Regional Medical Center. Richard J Stephenson, the organization's founder and chairman of the board, is the gala honorary chair.
Other major sponsors include Wintrust Financial Corporation and supporting banks including The Chicago Trust Co., Libertyville Bank and Trust and State Bank of the Lakes; Legat Architects; Baxter International; Robbins Schwartz; First Midwest Bank; R.J. Galla Company, Inc.; and Grainger. Sponsors also include The Chicago Trust Company, N.A.; First Bank of Highland Park Foundation; Mortenson Construction; Northbrook Bank and Trust Co.; Lesser, Lutrey, Pasquesi & Howe; Cotter Consulting, Inc., Diamond Residential Mortgage Corporation and Susan T. and J. Kenneth Rosko; CLC Alumni Association; Lake Forest Place, a Presbyterian Homes Community; Knauz Auto Park; Lake County Building and Construction Trades Council; World Equity Group; Armor Systems; John and Jan Zobus; Griffith, Grant and Lackie Realtors; Circuit Court Judges Christen L. Bishop; and Christopher R. Stride.
Volunteer members of the CLC Foundation's Scholarship Gala committee include: Liz Bronneberg, Highland Park; Pete Govorchin, Libertyville; Holly Monger, Vernon Hills; Meg Largay, Lake Forest; Michelle Parnell, Lake Forest; Sue Rosko, Lake Forest; and Bob Worobow, Lake Forest. Committee co-chairs are Sandra Shinsky, Gurnee; Lisa Dooley Trace, Lake Forest; and Jan Zobus, Deerfield.
The Scholarship Gala begins at 6 p.m. and includes hors d'oeuvres, martini bar, raffles, silent and live auctions, gourmet dining and dancing in the Grand Ballroom. The event's master of ceremonies is Mike Caplan, a CLC alumnus and meteorologist for Fox 32 Chicago. Musical entertainment will be provided by the Ron Harris Band. Tickets are $325 each, and an RSVP is requested by Oct. 20.
For more information about attending or contributing to the gala, contact Kristen Davis at (847) 543-2400 or register at http://clc17.gesture.com.
College of Lake County Foundation Mission Statement: The College of Lake County Foundation raises money to fund scholarships and grants that provide our students with an opportunity for a better future. Through these efforts, we strengthen the vitality and well-being of the diverse communities we serve.
To learn more about how you can inspire the dreams of CLC students, visit www.clcillinois.edu/foundation.