Help ECC students ‘Dare to Dream’ at the ECC Foundation Gala

The Elgin Community College Foundation invites the community to celebrate the achievements of students, faculty, and staff at the ECC Foundation Gala: Dare to Dream event, presented by OTTO, at 5 pm on Saturday, September 23.

“ECC and our exceptional community has so much to be proud of and to celebrate – and that’s what our annual Gala is all about,” said Susan Taylor-Demming, executive director of institutional advancement and the ECC Foundation. “We are always excited to have our donors join us, as we celebrate our students’ successes and honor those who have made a difference in the ECC community.”

The 2023 honorees include Distinguished Alumni of the Year – State Senator Cristina Castro, ’98; Esteemed Recent Alumni – Meagan Schwartz, NP; ECC Friend of Education – John Regan, Elgin Rotary Club; Exceptional Friend of the ECC Foundation – Suncast Corporation; and the Lasting Impact Award Winners – Laura Anderson; Eric J. Fernandez, CPA; James Harvey; and Jerry Turnquist.

Proceeds from the gala go directly toward the Resources for Excellence Fund, which supports the areas of greatest student need, including emergency assistance and scholarship awards. Event co-chairs for the 2023 Gala are Robin Seigle, secretary of the ECC Foundation Board, and Linda Hefferin, EdD, ECC retiree, and professor emerita.

Tickets for the gala include an ECC student showcase, a live auction, and dinner. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit elgin.edu/gala.