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Where Our History
Meets Tomorrow
Where Our History
Meets Tomorrow
Bridgeport Art Center
Sculpture Garden Gallery
1200 W 35th St, Chicago, IL 60609
Thursday, April 30, 2026 | 6:00 PM CDT
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Bridgeport Art Center
Sculpture Garden Gallery
1200 W 35th St
Chicago, IL 60609
Thursday, April 30, 2026
6:00 PM CDT
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Step Into the Story
The Lumière Gala is Marillac Saint Vincent’s annual celebration of service, philanthropy, and community impact.
This year’s theme, Where Our History Meets Tomorrow, reflects the spirit of Marillac Saint Vincent. It honors our deep roots of compassion and service while illuminating the bold vision guiding our future. Legacy and innovation standing side by side. A century of impact carried forward with purpose.
Through powerful stories, milestone moments, and reflections on the journey that shaped our mission, we celebrate how Marillac Saint Vincent continues to grow, transform, and rise in service to Chicago’s families.
Step Into the Story
The Lumière Gala is Marillac Saint Vincent’s annual celebration of service, philanthropy, and community impact.
This year’s theme, Where Our History Meets Tomorrow, reflects the spirit of Marillac Saint Vincent. It honors our deep roots of compassion and service while illuminating the bold vision guiding our future. Legacy and innovation standing side by side. A century of impact carried forward with purpose.
Through powerful stories, milestone moments, and reflections on the journey that shaped our mission, we celebrate how Marillac Saint Vincent continues to grow, transform, and rise in service to Chicago’s families.
The Evening
An elegant and meaningful experience bringing together Chicago’s philanthropic community.
Your evening includes:
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Cocktail reception
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Live and silent auctions
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Paddle raise supporting life-changing programs
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Plated dinner experience
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Live music and entertainment
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Presentation of distinguished awards
Every moment supports individuals and families moving from surviving to thriving.
The Evening
An elegant and meaningful experience bringing together Chicago’s philanthropic community.
Your evening includes:
-
Cocktail reception
-
Live and silent auctions
-
Paddle raise supporting life-changing programs
-
Plated dinner experience
-
Live music and entertainment
-
Presentation of distinguished awards
Every moment supports individuals and families moving from surviving to thriving.
Honoring Leadership & Impact
The Lumière Gala recognizes individuals and organizations whose
dedication strengthens our mission and community.
The Lumière Gala recognizes individuals and organizations whose dedication strengthens our mission and community.
The Luminary Award
Recognizing unwavering commitment to
service and philanthropy.
The Sister Katie Norris Visionary Award
Celebrating compassionate leadership and
visionary support of Marillac Saint Vincent.
Your Impact
Your presence fuels more than a single evening. It sustains programs that create stability, opportunity, and hope across Chicago.
Your support helps:
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Strengthen children and families through education and support services
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Expand access to essential resources and food programs
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Build pathways toward economic mobility
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Support holistic care for individuals across generations
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Advance long-term community transformation
Together, we illuminate opportunity and strengthen futures.
Your Impact
Your presence fuels more than a single evening. It sustains programs that create stability, opportunity, and hope across Chicago.
Your support helps:
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Strengthen children and families through education and support services
-
Expand access to essential resources and food programs
-
Build pathways toward economic mobility
-
Support holistic care for individuals across generations
-
Advance long-term community transformation
Together, we illuminate opportunity and strengthen futures.
About Marillac Saint Vincent
For more than 100 years, Marillac Saint Vincent has been dedicated to the well-being of Chicagoans. Founded by the Daughters of Charity in 1914 and 1915, the organization provides intergenerational and intersectional services that promote stability, dignity, and upward mobility.
Through holistic programming that supports mind, body, and spirit, Marillac Saint Vincent serves children, youth, families, and seniors across more than 20 Chicago zip codes, including East and West Garfield Park, Austin, North Lawndale, and the Near Westside.
We believe in the dignity and power of human potential. We exist to help people progress from surviving to thriving.
Journey to Lumière
Bridgeport Art Center
Sculpture Garden Gallery
1200 W 35th St, Chicago, IL 60609, USA
Join the Tradition
Be part of a timeless tradition of compassion, leadership, and community impact. Join Chicago’s leaders, partners, and friends for an evening that honors legacy and advances possibility.
Reserve Your Seat Today. Become a Sponsor. Support the Mission.
Questions?
Please email Dottie Blanchard for more information: