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EMH Foundation raises record $393,000 at Autumn Affair
More than 330 people attended the gala, which is the Foundation's largest fundraiser of the year.
(Pictured above: From left -- Jim McNamara, Elmhurst; Joe Dunley, Ottawa; Brenda McNamara, Elmhurst and Pamela Dunley, Ottawa, President & CEO, Elmhurst Hospital.)
The Elmhurst Memorial Hospital (EMH) Foundation raised a record $393,000 at its 15th Annual Autumn Affair on Sept. 7 at the Four Seasons Hotel Chicago, 120 E. Delaware Place in Chicago.
More than 330 people attended the gala, which is the Foundation's largest fundraiser of the year and supports Elmhurst Hospital programs and services that directly impact patients.
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A portion of the proceeds from the event will support Elmhurst Hospital's digital, patient-centered technology advancements that align with Edward-Elmhurst Health’s “Safe, seamless, and personal” initiative.
Founded in 1980, the EMH Foundation offers many giving opportunities and annual special events designed to support the hospital’s programs and facilities, including the Autumn Affair, Hope Lives Here Luncheon, Chef Fest, Reindeer Route Housewalk and Love Lights program. For more information, visit www.EMHFoundation.org or call (331) 221-0388.
