67th Swedish Hospital Gala Raises $850,000 for Mission-Driven Programs

On Saturday, October 5, 2024, over 550 guests came together to celebrate our Sweet Home Chicago in the ballrooms of the Hilton Chicago to raise $850,00 for the Community CARE initiative. During a live auction that included a special appearance by NHL hockey great, Denis Savard, thousands of dollars were raised for programs that assist our patients affected by behavioral health issues, food insecurity (Food Connections), and those impacted by intimate partner violence or human trafficking (Pathways). This year’s gala was emceed by award-winning, Chicago journalist, Monica Eng, chaired by Jonathan and Jill Lind, and co-chaired by Dr. Paresh Patel and his wife, Aaka Surti.

The Spirit of Compassion Award was presented posthumously to Swedish employee, Elizabeth Miniscalco. In her four decades of service to Swedish Hospital, Elizabeth was the face of compassion, grace and humanity to patients throughout the hospital and will be remembered for her tremendous impact on the lives of so many in the Cancer Center. Her daughters accepted the award in her memory.

The Sweet Home Chicago gala could not have happened without the generosity of our donors. Special thanks to our Title Sponsor, Medical Express Ambulance Service, and our Elite Sponsors, Swedish Hospital Medical Staff, Bear Construction, Continental Electric Construction Company, Covenant Trust Company, and PNC. 

Next year’s gala plans are already in the works! Please join us October 25, 2025 at the Field Museum of Natural History as we host a fabulous night of dining, dancing and fundraising to improve the lives of our patients and community members. Tickets and sponsorships are available now- why wait? Learn how you can support our next gala, by contacting the Foundation at schfoundation@schosp.org  or 773.293.5121.