
Faces of Hope
Join Us!
On June 11, 2026, we will celebrate Association House at Faces of Hope, honoring the people and spirit of hope that fuels our work in advancing health, education, and economic opportunity for the most vulnerable among us.
Join us in reflecting on the impactful journey of Association House, showcasing the people who have been the driving force to uplift and empower our community!
Event Details
6:00 PM
Rooftop Cocktail Hour
Silent Auction and Games
Live DJ
7:15 PM
Plated Dinner
Spirit of Hope Awards
Workforce Development
Program Feature
Fund-a-Need
8:30 PM
DJ Encore
Dessert Bar
Prize Drawings
COCKTAIL/BUSINESS ATTIRE
Lacuna Lofts
2150 S Canalport Avenue
Chicago, IL 60608
Getaway to Miami!
Only 100 chances are available to win this exceptional vacation opportunity!
Enjoy a stay at the McAlpin Hotel – a Hilton Grand Vacations resort – for up to (5) nights and for up to (4) people. Located on Ocean Drive in Miami Beach’s world-renowned Art Deco District.
$100/1 TICKET
OR
$250/3 TICKETS
Valued at $2,500!
Can't make the event?
Winner does not have to be present to win.

Spirit of Hope Awardees
Given annually, the Spirit of Hope Award recognizes leaders and organizations who help drive our mission forward. Inspired by our founder, Ellen Holt, who dedicated her work to others, “so that each shall feel the power of a better life,” this award honors those who stand with our community and help create lasting change.

Lori Crowder, Ph.D.
Executive Director, Alliance of Local Service Organizations (ALSO)
As a key leader of Scaling Community Violence Intervention for a Safer Chicago (SC2), Lori has displayed exceptional leadership in responding to violence in Humboldt Park and shaping a collaborative, community-centered approach to safety and healing.

Esther Franco-Payne
Executive Director, Partnership of Safe and Peaceful Communities (PSPC)
Throughout Esther’s career, she has elevated solutions that defend and support those most impacted by the criminal legal system, reflect. As a champion of SC2, she continues to advance a bold, community-led approach to public safety grounded in dignity and care.
Chicago Cook Workforce Partnership
The Partnership’s commitment to workforce development has expanded access to meaningful career training, employment and long-term stability, creating lasting change for individuals and families.

























