Smart Love’s Annual Benefit Gala is the premiere annual fundraising event for
Smart Love Family Services, a Chicago-based IRS 501(c)(3) nonprofit that serves children and families from across the city and our region. Featuring a lively cocktail hour and seated dinner with exciting Live and Silent Auctions, the Gala is a fun and festive evening—and its proceeds directly ensure that Smart Love can serve and support every family that comes to us for help, irrespective of income.

Since our founding in 2002, Smart Love has cared for thousands of local residents, serving over 1,500 children, families, and individuals every year through our Counseling, Early Childhood Education, Learning Services, and Parenting & Community Resources programs. From attending our award-winning preschool, receiving therapeutic counseling to overcome emotional and mental health challenges to getting guidance in dealing with school issues or coping with being new parents, everyone who comes to Smart Love gains vital insights and skills to strengthen family relationships and promote well-being and happiness.

Most importantly, your gift to the Auction will have an enduring and personal impact on the clients we serve who face financial challenges. The funds raised through the Gala directly help provide supportive care for lower-income children, parents, and families in our community.