Gala

Save the Date!

We will share event details and ticket information in late June 2024. In the meantime, mark your calendars for September 14 for a night of inspiration and gratitude at Q Center in St. Charles.

Sandro Miller, an ECC alumni, presents at the Gala — Renowned for dynamic photography and collaborations with icons like John Malkovich, Sandro Miller, an ECC alumni, remains dedicated to supporting his alma mater.

Jenni Betancourt, Chair of the ECC Foundation Board, expresses her deep honor in supporting ECC and its impactful programs. We're committed to our students because they are the future of our community.

Steering this year's ECC Foundation Gala, Dare to Dream: Linda Hefferin, ECC Professor Emerita of Business, and Robin Seigle, ECC Foundation Board Secretary.

eBike Triumph: Raffle Winner — Robin Segal proudly displays the sleek eBike City Step 2 XL E-Bike and a gift certificate to Mill Race Cyclery in Geneva.

A place setting at the ECC Gala — Over 200 attendees joined The Elgin Community College Foundation’s 2023 Gala: Dare to Dream, sponsored by OTTO. The evening was filled with entertainment and fundraising, raising over $115,000 for student scholarships and mini-grants.

Esmeralda Guerra shared her heartfelt reflections on the profound personal impact of receiving a Foundation scholarship.

Senator Castro, the recipient of the Elgin Community College Distinguished Alumni Award, poses for a photo with Dr. Sam, Susan Taylor-Demming, and Jenni Betancourt.

Two ECC chefs present at the Gala — Ice carving maestro De’Reen Vyleta, ECC alum '18, and Culinary Arts Assistant Professor Patrick Stewart unveil their icy masterpiece—a sculpted swan—during a captivating presentation on the art of ice carving.

Meagan Schwartz, RN, MSN, FNP-BC, clinches the Elgin Community College Esteemed Recent Alumni Award, presented annually to recognize a rising star who recently graduated from ECC.

Student playing Jazz on a keyboard — Guests are treated to the melodious tunes of jazz, courtesy of the ECC Jazz Combo, enhancing the ambiance of the event. The smooth sounds of jazz performed by the talented ECC Jazz Ensemble under Shawn Maxwell's direction.

Heriberto Mandiola Alonso reflects on the impact of the foundation scholarship he was awarded, emphasizing how it not only relieved financial stress but also unlocked invaluable opportunities for him.

Four people performing on stage — An enchanting evening with a sneak peek into the ECC theatre department's 2023 spring production of 'A Midsummer Night’s Dream'.

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ECC Foundation

Building E, Room E210
847-214-7377
foundation@elgin.edu

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Monday through Friday: 8 am to 5 pm

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