Rainbows Events

 

 

Rainbows would like to extend a special THANK YOU to all our supporters and participants who joined us for our Special Events so far this year. We were happy to meet you and honored that you chose Rainbows as your worthwhile charity.

Upcoming Events

April

Sunday, April 29 - The Power of the Purse, It’s All About Me!
Sunday, April 29

The Power of the Purse, It’s All About Me!
Eaglewood Resort & Spa in Itasca

Hosted by Rainbows Women’s Board, this 4th annual luncheon treats women to a very special day. Women will mingle and shop among twenty-five unique vendors for several hours before enjoying a luncheon and fashion presentation. Our special guest is Michelle Vale of Michelle Vale Handbags, a privately owned fashion company that creates high quality handbags for luxury consumers. Back again, our signature raffle features more than twenty purses filled with items and gift certificates and a popular favorite of our guests.

May

Wednesday, May 30 - Rainbows Greater Washington Golf Classic
Join us at Rainbows Greater Washington Chapter’s 8th Annual Golf Classic at Westfields Golf Club in Clifton, Virginia and support grieving youth while enjoying nature on this beautiful golf course.

June

Monday, June 4 - 24th Annual Golf Classic
Monday, June 4

24th Annual Golf Classic
Twin Orchard Country Club in Long Grove

For 20+ years, Rainbows Golf Classic attracts corporate and individual players for a day of golf and networking. Fees inclusive of golf, caddies, lunch, dinner, cocktails, on-course refreshments, valet parking, and player gift bag. Players enjoy magnificent views of Northern Lake County golfing at this private country club in Long Grove. Joining us again this year is Golden Tate, a receiver for the Seattle Seahawks and former Notre Dame Alum.

Sunday, June 24th - 5/10K Sunset Run
Sunday, June 24th

5/10K Sunset Run
Busse Woods in Schaumburg

Whether running or walking, participants will enjoy this late afternoon event surrounded by nature at Busse Woods in Schaumburg. This USATF certified course is CARA certified making it an ideal place for runners who want the challenges of a 5K or 10K course. Six clocks as well as water and aid stations will be placed throughout the course to assist the runners. Immediately following the run, a post-run party for awards and refreshments will be held. Donations to Rainbows are encouraged with prizes awarded at several levels

November

Saturday, November 3rd - 5th Annual Canvases and Corks Benefit Gala
Saturday, November 3rd

5th Annual Canvases and Corks Benefit Gala
Butterfield Country Club in Oak Brook

Hosted by the Rainbows Women’s Board, Canvases & Corks Gala has become the signature fundraising event of the year. This elegant evening features a selection of fine wine, art, and experiences available for bid at our silent and live auctions. Highlighting the evening our guests enjoy a gourmet dinner followed by dancing to a live band.


Past Events

November 18, 2011 - GOLF –A-THON
GOLF –A-THON
Golf Nation
399 N. Quentin Rd
Palatine, IL 60067
www.golfnation.us

*Play 90 minutes of virtual golf with friends, or paired with golfers
*Everyone will receive a Gift Pack that includes a deluxe T Shirt and more
*Food & Drink Specials
*$25 participant fee

100% of proceeds go to Rainbows.

Click here for more details
November 10, 2011 - Chicago’s Tallest Tailgate Party
Thursday, November 10th
Chicago’s Tallest Tailgate Party
Rainbows will be benefit from this 5th Annual Clubcorp Charity Classic at the Mid-America Club
SAVE THE DATE
Tickets are $45 per-sale and $55 at the door
www.clubcorpcharityclassic.com
Click here for more details
November 5, 2011 - 5th Annual Canvases and Corks Benefit Gala
Rainbows cordially invites you to the 5th Annual Canvases & Corks Gala Benefit
Join us Saturday, November 5, 2011 at Butterfield Country Club in Oak Brook, Illinois

Canvases and Corks Gala is an elegant evening featuring fine wine, art, and experiences available for bid at our silent and live auctions. Highlighting the evening, our guests enjoy a gourmet dinner followed by a dancing to live music with The Outcast Jazz Band. Register online at www.events.org/canvasesandcorks

Can’t Join Us? Take a Chance on our Raffle!

Win a Trip to Napa Valley to benefit grieving kids!

Napa Valley Early Harvest Raffle tickets are available NOW!
Purchase your ticket(s) through the web and earn and receive an additional ticket.
1 ticket at $50 earns you 2 tickets
3 tickets for $100 earns you 4 tickets

This Early Harvest Raffle Ticket opportunity is available for web sales only until October 17, 2011.

Package includes luxury accommodations for two at your choice of the Napa Valley Marriott Hotel & Spa or The Sonoma Renaissance Resort & Spa for 3 days / 2 Night Taste and tour several wineries which include Silver Oak, Peju and Merryvale. $300 airfare voucher and dinner at one of Napa’s charming eateries.

Anticipation is building for this amazing event and Rainbows special supporters will now have a chance to pre-purchase Raffle Tickets to Napa Valley, California. Winner does not need to be present.

Purchase your Early Harvest Raffle Tickets at www.events.org/specialharvestraffle

To qualify for your free ticket(s), orders must be made through Rainbows Raffle website. Drawing for the winning ticket will be held on November 5, 2011 The winner need not be present to win and must be at least 21 years of age. The winner is responsible for any federal, state, or local income taxes. Accommodations and winery tours are based upon availability. Holiday blackouts may apply. The winner may choose available dates from January through September 2012.

For more information, please contact Daryl Rubin, Events Director – 800-266-3206 X-329 or daryl@rainbows.org
October 22, 2011 - Special Kids Network Texas Hold'Em
FIELDS BMW
700 W. FRONTAGE ROAD, NORTHFIELD, IL 60093
Presented by The Special Kids Network
Rainbows is a beneficiary of this event.

Click here to donate or register
Click here for more information





October 9, 2011 - Bank of America - Chicago Marathon
Chicago, Illinois
Rainbows For All Children salutes the hard work and determination of all Chicago Marathon Runners.
Join our Marathon Team and make your training and race even more significant for grieving youth.

Have questions? Contact Daryl Rubin at (800)266-3206 X329 or daryl@rainbows.org
Click here to donate or register
Click here for more information

July 13, 2011 - Young Professional’s Board Networking Event
The Citizen Bar hosted the YPB’s Networking Event, July 13, 201, sponsored by:

Access One
Converged Communications Systems
J S Law Offices

Our Rainbows Young Professional Board is always busy working on new, exciting events and this year’s were exceptional. These innovative and energetic events have kept Rainbows alive for kids of loss by raising over $10,000 already this year.

June 25, 2011 - 5K/10K Summer Sunset Run
Runners and walkers were all smiles at the finish line at our Rainbows 5K/10K Summer Sunset Run at Busse Woods on June 25, 2011. After a successful race, everyone enjoyed celebrating their experience with the help of our main sponsor Whole Foods Market, Schaumburg, IL who helped Rainbows raise over $4400. Congratulations to all the winning runners from Rainbows. You can still pick up run results here: http://rainbows.org/rainbows10k2011.html

Whole Foods Market, Schaumburg
The Great American Bagel, Schaumburg
Blistex
CARA Certified
Dick’s Sporting Goods
First Health Associates
Gatorade
Runners High ‘n Tri
Meijer’s
Northwest Community Hospital
One Step at A Time, DJ’S


June 17, 2011 - 2nd Annual Rainbows Uncorked Event
The 2nd Annual Rainbows Uncorked Event hosted by the National Italian American Sports Hall of Fame, June 17, 2011 was sponsored by:
Acquaviva Winery
Seyfarth Shaw Attorneys
Stoller Wholesale Wine & Spirits, Inc.
Davanti Enoteca

June 9, 2011 - 23rd Annual Rainbows Golf Classic
Twin Oaks Country Club, Long Grove, Illinois

Our unpredictable weather cleared for the 23rd Annual Rainbows Golf Classic on June 9, 2011 at Twin Oaks Country Club, in Long Grove, Illinois. 140 golfers were on hand to raise $147,000 for Rainbows. On behalf of the children and teens in our Rainbows programs we acknowledge and thank our generous sponsors and golfers for this successful event:

Associated Bank – Title Sponsor
CDW
The Taxman Corporation
Dwight Yackley
Morgan Harbour Construction
Anthony Taglia
Cumberland Chapels
Draper and Kramer
Duane Morris LLP
Tri-Land Properties
@Properties
Maron Electric Company
Anning Johnson
Breck Hanson
Timothy Lau
MKW

Special thanks for our most generous donors for our Bid For Kids Auction:
Tom Volini
William Lynch
Len Tobiaski
Anthony Taglia
Breck Hanson
Jerry Jaeger
Katie Burke
Judy Lucas
June 1st, 2011 - Rainbows Greater Washington Golf Classic
On June 1st, 2011, Rainbows Greater Washington Golf Classic at Westfields Golf Club Clifton, VA, was a big success. Thank you to all the golfers and generous sponsors:

Eagle Sponsors
WAL-MART
Birdie Sponsors
American Academy of Dermatology
American College of Cardiology
Association of Global Automaker
Blue Cross/Blue Shield
Direct TV
Fortune Brands
Johnson & Johnson
Scott Barnes
Hole Sponsors
Washington 2 Advocates
VH Strategies

May 1, 2011 - Power of the Purse
Our Rainbows Women’s Board presented Power of the Purse, May 1, 2011, with 265 ladies of all ages enjoyed unique shopping opportunities, amazing purse raffles, Fashion Show, and conversation over a marvelous buffet luncheon. Thank you to Chico’s and White House/Black Market, our fashion show sponsors. Over $21,000 was raised to give Hope to over hurting children who join Rainbows. Special thanks to Chairwomen, Denise Bonds and Jean MacDonald and the Power of the Purse Committee for this great event.
November 6, 2010 - Rainbows 4th Annual Canvases and Corks Gala Benefit
Rainbows 4th Annual Canvases and Corks Gala Benefit, November 6, 2010, was a magical event as our 200 guests will agree. Our Event Sponsors, CDW and Sylvan/Laureate combined with the generosity of all attendees, committee members, and supporters raised over $97,000 for Rainbows at The Renaissance Hotel & Convention Center in Schaumburg, Illinois.

Rainbows would like to thank our contributors who generously supported Canvases and Corks with donations of items for our auctions.

Angelique Barthel and Hollywood Cinemas
Art One Gallery
Barbara and Rick Parsons
Bob Chinn’s Crabhouse Restaurant
Bonnie Murphy French & Associates Men’s Custom Clothiers
Buschauer Portraits
Cabot Creamery Cooperative
Cakebread Cellars
Charlie’s Charhouse
Chicago Botanic Garden
Chicago Prime Steakhouse
Cindy and Len Tobiaski
D.H. Mattix Gallery
Deena Kaufman
Denise and Ty Bonds
Ed Dvorak
Elizabeth Kohrman
Eric Forsberg
Faux Design Studio, Sheri Zeman
Girard Winery
Glunz Family Winery & Cellars
Grace Family Vineyards
Hyde de Villaine
Inn at Half Mile Farm
James R Wilbat Glass
Jay Fritz
J’Marc Graphics
John G Shedd Aquarium
Kane County Cougars
Kelham Vineyards
Laugh Out Loud Theater
Lauri and Randy Mitchell
Levy Restaurants@Chicago White Sox
Loretta and Thomas Volini
Lynfred Winery
Michelle’s Interiors Design Group
Mortons Steakhouse
Nancy and Breck Hanson
Nancy and Gabe Sanchez
Napa River Inn
Pamela Olin
Park Avenue Wine Bar & Merchant
Pedroncelli Winery
Peju Province Winery
Peter Patterson Glassworks
Preferred Hotel Group
PRP Wine International
Rainbows Governing Board
Rainbows Women’s Board
Ravinia
Rene Romero Schuler
Ristorante Quartino
Robert Foley Vineyards
Schaumburg Flyers
Silver Oak Cellars
Simply Canvas
Southern Wine and Spirits
Starbucks
Suevel Studios, Inc.
Terlato Wine Group
The 900 Shops
The Chicago Architecture Foundation
The Harrington Inn and Spa
The Richard H. Driehaus Charitable Lead Trust
Tony Pearl
Tru Restaurant
Vie Restaurant
Weber Grill Restaurants, LLC

Our esteemed Chairpersons and Committee Members made sure every detail was covered and that the evening was a big success – we could not have done it without each one of them!

Co-Chairs, Barbara and Rick Parsons, Mary DaSilva, Joasia Devine, Deena Kaufman, Susan Kussow, Greg Leos, Jean MacDonald, Gina McAndrew, Marty Marta, Lauri and Randy Mitchell, Tony Pearl, Paula Pezza, Nicki Schuh, Cindy and Len Tobiaski.

We would like to express our gratitude to others who have made this gala so special:
Christine Boll, Miss Illinois International 2009
Danyah Zayed, Ms. Diversity 2010
Harper and Steve Neilson
Eminjayin Productions, Lake Villa, IL 60046
Michael Fine, Michael Fine & Co. LLC, Chicago, IL 60604
 
 
 
 
 
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