Our events
Through fundraisers such as our Annual Charity Golf Outing and Community 5K Run, Walk & Roll, Gift of Hope Community Foundation raises funds to increase awareness of organ and tissue donation and to advance its work in promoting donation through education, outreach, and community engagement.
Our signature annual events provide unmatched visibility and meaningful connections within the organ and tissue donation and transplantation community, making them a strong platform to support the Foundation’s work.
“Swing into Giving Charity Golf Outing”
The 4th Annual “Swing Into Giving” Gift of Hope Community Foundation Charity Golf Outing will take place on July 23 at Seven Bridges Golf Club in Woodridge, Illinois.
Join us on the greens and align yourself with the important mission of saving and healing lives through organ and tissue donation. This is your opportunity to network with community leaders, passionate golf enthusiasts who share a philanthropic vision.
“Celebration of Donation” 5K Run, Walk & Roll”
Get ready to lace up your sneakers and align yourself with a mission that truly matters. We invite you to attend the 3rd Annual Gift of Hope Community Foundation 5K Run/Walk & Roll on Sunday, September 13th, 2026.
Taking place at the College of DuPage in Glen Ellyn, this exciting event is far more than just a race; it is a vibrant celebration of life that honors organ and tissue donors, celebrates recipients, and stands in solidarity with those awaiting a second chance.
Why Your Presence Matters
This isn’t just a race; it’s a vibrant community gathering. By participating, you are directly fueling the Gift of Hope Foundation’s reason for existence.
- Celebrate Life: Honor the selfless donors and the resilient recipients who define the “Gift of Hope.”
- Build Community: Connect with local support resources, transplant recipients, and donor families in an uplifting, family-friendly environment.
- Fund the Future: 100% of proceeds go toward Donor Family programs and pioneering research in organ donation.
“Be the Light Regional Recognition Reception”
In the world of organ and tissue donation, awareness is the starting point—but action is what saves lives. The 2026 Light It Up Purple fundraiser is an evening dedicated to the visionaries, advocates, and clinical partners who bridge that gap. We invite your organization to stand alongside us as a corporate sponsor for this premier event, celebrating the leaders who turn compassion into second chances. The tentative event date is October 2026.
Honoring Excellence in the Gift of Life
This year, we are proud to present three signature awards that recognize the extraordinary “compassion and commitment that turns knowledge into action, and action into second chances.”
A Night of Impactful Storytelling
The evening’s programming will immerse guests in the powerful journey of donation. From the brave stories of donor families and the gratitude of transplant recipients to the collaborative spirit of our partners, we highlight the vital teamwork across hospitals, transplant centers, public agencies, and volunteers.
