Faces of Hope

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Faces of Hope Gala is SOLD OUT! We look forward to welcoming our guests on June 11, 2026, as we come together to honor the people and spirit of hope that fuel Association House's mission to advance each person's full participation in the life of their families, communities, and society.

Together, we're creating pathways to better health, education, economic opportunity, and now, affordable housing through our exciting partnership with LUCHA.

If you would like to be added to the waitlist, please contact Abby Ellis at aellis@associationhouse.org. We will reach out if tickets become available.

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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

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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. 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, families and local employers.