June 27, 2024

There's Still Time to Join Us Tonight at Equality & Pride 365!

House Speaker Emanuel "Chris" Welch will once again host Equality & Pride 365 TONIGHT at the I.O. Godfrey Rooftop in Chicago. And there's still time to join him and LGBTQ+ champions from across the state from 7 to 9 PM. This can’t-miss Pride Event will also feature legendary House DJ Ron Carroll along with performers from America’s Premiere Drag Showcase, The Baton Show Lounge.

The window to RSVP has closed, but we are still accepting checks and online payments at the door. For those attending, there are more details about parking below. We hope to see you there!

Don't Miss Equality & Pride 365!

Today | 7:00-9:00 PM

I.O. Godfrey Rooftop | 127 W. Huron St, Chicago, IL 60654

Tickets: $250 Individual | $365 Equality & Pride Ambassador

Sponsorships: $20,000 Diamond | $12,000 Platinum | $6,000 Gold | $3,000 Silver | $1,000 Bronze

Make checks payable and mail to:

People for Emanuel "Chris" Welch

Parking options:

$35: Event Only Valet Parking
$70: Valet-parking per night, with in-and-out privileges
$53: Self-Parking per night (no in/out privileges)

Or we strongly suggest SpotHero

Support Our Members at These Upcoming House Dems Events

Reception Honoring Leader Rita

Thursday, June 27 | 5:00-7:00 PM

Lizzie McNeill's Irish Pub | 400 N McClurg Ct, Chicago, IL 60611

Individual Tickets: $150

Sponsorships: $5,000 Platinum | $2,500 Gold | $1,000 Silver | $500 Bronze

Make checks payable and mail to:

Friends of Robert "Bob" Rita

2030 High St

Blue Island, IL 60406

Cubs vs. Phillies Fundraiser with Speaker Welch

Wednesday, July 3 | Suite opens at 6:05 PM | Game starts at 7:05 PM

Wrigley Field | 1060 W Addison St, Chicago, IL 60613 (Suite number provided upon RSVP)

Tickets: $3,000

All tickets must be purchased in advance. Seating is limited.

For questions or to RSVP: email admin@hdemsIL.com or call 708-838-7010

Make checks payable and mail to:

People for Emanuel "Chris" Welch

10055 W. Roosevelt Rd, Suite D

Westchester, IL 60154

Westchester Independence Day Parade with Speaker Welch

Thursday, July 4 | 8:30 AM

Corner of Dorchester and Mayfair Avenues, Westchester, IL

Join Speaker of the House Emanuel “Chris” Welch in celebrating our country as we march together in the Westchester Independence Day Parade.

Now accepting volunteers to join our walking team and get a free Welch t-shirt!

Summer Reception with Leader Smith, Rep. Tarver and Rep. Huynh

Tuesday, July 9 | 6:00-8:00 PM

Joy Division Rooftop | 112 W Hubbard St, Chicago, IL 60640

Sponsorships: $250 Guest | $500 Supporter | $1,500 Friend | $3,000 Sponsor | $6,000 Chair

To RSVP, email cm@votehoan.com

Please make checks out to:

• Friends of Nicholas Smith, PO Box 286152, Chicago, IL 60628Friends of Curtis Tarver II, 65 W. Jackson #134, Chicago, IL 60604
• Neighbors for Hoan, PO Box 408158, Chicago, IL 60640

Fundraiser on the Chicago River with Rep. Syed, Rep. Johnson, Rep. Canty and Rep. Kelly

Thursday, July 11 | 6:30-8:30 PM

O'Briens Riverwalk Cafe | 45 E Riverwalk Chicago, IL

Sponsorships: $150 Friend | $500 Co-Host | $1,000 Host | $2,500 Sponsor | $5,000 Co-Chair | $10,000 Chair

To RSVP: gladiatorconsultingchicago@gmail.com

Please make checks out to:

• Friends and Family of Nabeela Syed, PO Box 1128, Palatine, IL 60078
• Friends of Gregg Johnson, 217 32nd Ave, East Moline, IL 61244
• Mary Beth Canty for Illinois, 14 E Northwest Hwy, Arlington Heights, IL 60004
• Friends of Mike Kelly, 4200 W Lawrence Ave Ste B, Chicago, IL 60630

Blue Wave Fest

Wednesday, July 17 | 6:00-9:00 PM

Don't miss our Fireworks Finale!

Navy Pier's Offshore Rooftop | 1000 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611

College Dem Ticket: $60

Individual Ticket: $150

Sponsorships: $20,000 Blue Wave | $10,000 Blue Wall | $5,000 Party Builder

Questions: Email admin@hdemsil.com.

Make checks payable and mail to:

Democrats for the Illinois House

10055 W. Roosevelt Rd, Suite A

Westchester, IL 60154

Cubs Rooftop Fundraiser for Speaker Welch

Friday, July 19 | Rooftop opens at 12:20 PM | Game starts at 1:20 PM

Wrigley Rooftops | 1044 West Waveland Ave, Chicago, IL 60613

Tickets: $2,500

All tickets must be purchased in advance. Seating is limited.

For questions or to RSVP: email admin@hdemsIL.com or call 708-838-7010

Make checks payable and mail to:

People for Emanuel "Chris" Welch

10055 W. Roosevelt Rd, Suite D

Westchester, IL 60154

Annual Golf Outing with Leader Lisa Hernandez

Thursday, July 24 | 8:00 AM Breakfast & Registration | Shotgun Start at 9:00 AM

Silver Lake Country Club | 14700 S 82nd Ave, Orland Park, IL 60642

Foursomes start at $1,000. More sponsorship options available.

For more info: wendy.yaneli.alvarez@gmail.com.

Summer Reception with Rep. Anna Moeller

Thursday, August 1 | 5:30-7:00 PM

Lizzie McNeill's | 400 N McClurg Ct, Chicago, IL

Sponsorships: $250 Friend | $500 Co-Host | $1,000 Host | $2,500 Sponsor | $5,000 Co-Chair | $6,900 Chair

Please make checks payable to:

Friends for Anna Moeller

PO Box 1086

Elgin, IL 60121

For more info: rsvp@langenfeldassociates.com

Campaign Rally in Support of LaToya Greenwood

Hosted by Sen. Chris Belt, Rep. Katie Stuart, and Assistant Majority Leader Jay Hoffman

Tuesday, August 6 | 5:00-6:00 PM Sponsor Reception | 6:00-7:30 General Reception

Bel Air Bowl Empire Room | 200 South Belt West, Belleville, IL 62220

Tickets: $100 per individual | $150 per couple

Sponsorships: $2,500 Platinum | $1,000 Gold | $500 Silver | $250 Bronze

Questions or RSVPs: greenwood4staterep@gmail.com

Make checks payable and mail to:

Friends of LaToya N. Greenwood

5111 W. Main St

Belleville, IL 62223

Fundraiser in Support of Rep. Didech, State's Attorney Rinehart, and Board Member Knizhnik 

Wednesday, August 7 | 6:30-8:30 PM

SLYCE Coal Fired Pizza Co | 913 N. Milwaukee Ave, Vernon Hills, IL 60061

Tickets: $100 Individuals | $150 Families

Sponsorships: $250 | $500 | $1,000 | $2,500 | $6,000

• Daniel Didech Campaign Committee, PO Box 4959, Buffalo Grove, IL 60089
• Friends of Sara Knizhnik, PO Box 5067, Vernon Hills, IL 60061
• Friends of Rinehart, PO Box 686, Highwood, IL 60040

Crosstown Classic with Rep. Mayfield

With special guest, House Speaker Emanuel "Chris" Welch

Saturday, August 10 | 5:00 PM Tailgate | 6:15 PM Game Time

Guaranteed Rate Field | 333 W 35th St, Chicago, IL 60616

Sponsorships: $5,000 Home Run | $2,500 Triple | $1,000 Double

RSVP: Call 847-975-3491

RSVP on or before Wednesday, July 10.

Make checks payable and mail to:

Friends of Rita Mayfield

PO Box 344

Waukegan, IL 60079

Golf Outing with Leader Barbara Hernandez

Tuesday, August 13 | 9:00 AM-4:00 PM

Tamarack Golf Club | 24032 Royal Worlington Dr, Naperville, IL 60564

Foursomes start at $1,000 and additional sponsorship packages are available.

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