SKOKIE, IL — Turning Point Behavioral Health said its annual Celebrating Solid Support benefit raised more than $90,000 for the organization’s mental health services for low-income adults, children and families.
The event was held June 12, 2026, at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel in Skokie and drew 150 guests, according to the organization.
The evening also recognized the retirement of Turning Point Chief Executive Officer Ann Fisher Raney after a 30-year tenure with the organization. Turning Point said the event honored Raney’s accomplishments and marked her retirement last month.
During the program, the Turning Point Board of Directors announced the official naming of the Ann Fisher Raney Community Center at Turning Point.
According to the organization, the fundraiser supports Turning Point’s mental health services for low-income adults, children and families. Speakers at the event included Skokie Mayor Ann Tennes and Leslie Combs, district director from the office of U.S. Rep. Jan Schakowsky.
The event also included a performance by Artists Lounge Live, featuring Angela Ingersoll, Michael Ingersoll, Alexis J. Roston and Kelvin Roston Jr. Turning Point identified Therese Fitzpatrick and The Richard & Margaret Romano Charitable Trust as this year’s Wellness Sponsors.
Turning Point also listed The Berger Family, Brian and Margaret Clarke, First Bank Chicago, Jeffrey A. Rabin and Associates, Althea Ricketts Family Trust, Marion Walsh and Margy and Randy Roberts, and Saint Francis Hospital as Resilience Sponsors. The organization said it was grateful for the support of sponsors, donors and guests who contributed to the event.
The fundraiser’s proceeds are set to support the organization’s ongoing services, according to Turning Point.
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