The Bronze Ball Recap

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chicago youth centers bronze ball thank you  

On June 26th, CYC's Bronze Ball celebrated the 90-year legacy of the Elliott Donnelley Youth Center (EDYC) and history of our Bronzeville Community with live music, art, and food and drinks from local restaurants--not to mention an epic dance performance by our EDYC teens.

We want to give a big thank you to everyone who supported this significant occasion. With your help, generosity and commitment, we raised more than $53,000 net to support the work of EDYC and CYC's Summer Enrichment Program.

We'd especially like to thank our Honorary Chairs, the Donnelley Family, the Jesse Owens Family, and Alderman Pat Dowell; our generous sponsors; and the chair of the Bronze Ball, Amy Weiss Narea. We're also incredibly grateful to the foundations that have supported EDYC: The Alvin H. Baum Family Fund, The Kemper Educational and Charitable Fund, and National Recreation Foundation, among others. Thank you!

To see many more photos of the celebration visit our Flickr album.

 

Press Release: Chicago Youth Centers’ Bronze Ball Hosts Top Bronzeville Civic Leaders, Philanthropists and Artists as Honorary Chairs, Special Guests

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Chicago Youth Centers (CYC), Chicago’s largest independent youth and family services organization, announced Chicago Alderman Pat Dowell, The Jesse Owens Family and The Elliott Donnelley Family as Honorary Chairs of the Bronze Ball, which will take place Friday, June 26, 5-9 p.m. Learn More

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Spirit of Youth Award Winner - Roger Shores

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Immediate past Board Chair, Roger Shores, Senior Executive of The Marmon Group will receive CYC’s highest honor, the Spirit of Youth Award at this year's Believe in Kids Annual Dinner on Thursday, May 14.  “CYC has a clear vision and dedicated focus on meeting the true needs of our kids and our communities.  None of this would have been possible were it not for Roger’s leadership, his commitment to CYC’s growth, and his steadfast dedication to Chicago’s children, families and communities. He has been a truly transformational leader and the lead architect for our vision, strategy and impact.  His legacy to CYC will be felt for years to come and it is only fitting that he be recognized this year as CYC celebrates its vision and the bright future ahead”, said Dixie Adams, Chicago Youth Centers Board Chairman.

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