35th Annual Benefit: Once Upon a Time Gala

35th Annual Benefit

Principal Sponsor: The Chesley Family

And that’s a wrap on the 2026 Christopher House Annual Benefit

From delicious food and heartwarming videos to exciting games and lively auctions, the 35th Christopher House Annual Benefit was one to remember.

Thank you to everyone who helped make this joyous evening possible. Together, we raised over $550,000 in support of our scholars and families!

The power of One Story, the Strength of Many

At Christopher House, every child, family, teacher, and supporter has a story. Together, those stories create a powerful narrative of resilience, opportunity, and success.

At this year’s Annual Benefit, “Once Upon a Time: The Power of One Story, the Strength of Many,” we celebrated the journeys that shape our community and the collective impact made possible when we invest in children and families. Eighth-grade scholar Natasha shared her own Christopher House story, reflecting on nine years of growth, support, and discovery—from her first days in kindergarten to preparing for the next chapter in high school.

“Christopher House helped me find my voice and made me feel like what I say actually matters. As I’m moving on, I’ll be headed to Prosser to study in the IB program, and I know it’s going to be a big change from middle school, but I feel confident because Christopher House has prepared me for what comes next.”

Thank you to our Sponsors


$5,000

$2,500

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Christopher House
5235 W. Belden Ave.
Chicago, IL 60639