NCBW Aurora IL Metropolitan Chapter

10/14/2026

🇺🇸 Your Voice. Your Vote. Your Future. 🇺🇸

Join the National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Inc. for The Voices of Women: A United States Senate Candidate Forum, three evenings of candid conversations with U.S. Senate candidates from across the country.

📅 October 19, 20 & 21, 2026
⏰ 8:00–9:30 PM Eastern (each evening)
💻 Virtual Zoom Webinar

Hear directly from the candidates on the issues that matter most to women, families, young adults, and communities of color, so you can make an informed decision at the ballot box. Each night features different candidates, and every one gets an equal opportunity to share their views. This forum is nonpartisn.

✨ Three days. Different candidates. Conversations you don't want to miss!

👉 Register today: https://bit.ly/NCBW-Forum26

Know someone who needs to hear this? Tag them and share! 💛


🗳️ Hear directly from U.S. Senate candidates! Join NCBW for The Voices of Women: A U.S. Senate Ca

10/13/2026

This is awesome. Many thanks to Melody Winston and Living Fresh Market for supporting the community.

10/11/2026

Luminare Awards & Scholarship Gala 👑
Saturday, Nov 7 | Belle Salle Banquets, Aurora
🎟 Tickets $125, sales close Oct 24: https://tinyurl.com/LuminareAwards

10/11/2026

✨ 28 DAYS until the Inaugural Luminare Awards & Scholarship Fundraiser Gala! ✨

The countdown is on! Swipe to see what's waiting for you on Saturday, November 7:

👑 Our keynote speaker, Sacella Smith, Mistress of Ceremonies Deborah Harris, and live entertainment from Fredi Taylor ft. Nu Source Band
🏆 Our 2026 Luminare honorees: Congresswoman Lauren Underwood, Cynthia Latimer, Melody Winston, and Helen Mitchell, women who lead, inspire, and transform
🤝 Sponsorship, digital ad, and silent auction opportunities to support the Luminare Rising Stars Scholarship Fund

Capital & Crown: She Brings Both to the Table.

📅 Saturday, November 7, 2026 | 6:00–11:00 PM
📍 Belle Salle Banquets, 1920 E. New York St, Aurora, IL
🎟️ Tickets are $125 and close October 24: https://tinyurl.com/LuminareAwards

Can't join us? You can still support the Luminare Rising Stars Scholarship Fund: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/luminare-rising-stars-scholarship-fund

We can't wait to celebrate with you! 💛

10/07/2026

Join us for an amazing Health Summit.

This Saturday 10/10 it is all about you. 💛
In commemoration of World Mental Health Day, our Health Committee along with our partners and sponsors are hosting the Black Women's Health Summit as part of Black Girls Day Off. A full day to step back, breathe, and put your health first.
Here is what we are getting into:
✔️ Health education on maternal health, breast and uterine cancer, lupus, infertility, perimenopause, and more
✔️ Expert speakers sharing practical information you can actually use
✔️ Holistic wellness for mind, body, and soul
✔️ Community connection with women who get it
📅 Saturday, October 10
⏰ 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
📍 Illinois Institute of Technology, Hermann Hall, 3241 South Federal Street, Chicago
This is FREE. Bring your sister, your mother, your friend, your daughter.
Register at the link in our bio.

10/06/2026

✨ THE TABLE IS SET ✨

Will you be in the room?

Join NCBW Aurora IL Metropolitan Chapter for our Inaugural LUMINARE Awards & Scholarship
Fundraiser Gala: Capital & Crown.

📅 Saturday, Nov 7, 2026 | 6–11 PM
📍 Belle Salle Banquets, 1920 E. New York St., Aurora, IL
🎟️ $125 per ticket | A Formal Affair
Tickets:
https://tinyurl.com/LuminareAwards

10/06/2026

It's National Voter Education Week (October 5-9)! 🗳️

Your vote. Your voice. Your power. A stronger democracy starts with an informed voter, so take a few minutes this week to make your voting plan:

10/05/2026

✨ Have you secured your seat yet? ✨

Join us for an elegant evening of celebration, inspiration, and impact at the Luminaire Awards & Scholarship Fundraiser Gala: Capital & Crown.

This unforgettable night will honor 4 remarkable Black women leaders, feature dynamic speakers and entertainment, and support scholarships for future generations of changemakers.

🎟 Tickets are just $125 📍 Belle Salle Banquets | Aurora, IL 📅 November 7, 2026

https://tinyurl.com/LuminareAwards

Don't wait until the last minute. Gather your friends, colleagues, and community partners and reserve your seats today!

10/01/2026

✨ THE TABLE IS SET. ✨
The National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Inc. Aurora IL Metropolitan Chapter invites you to our Inaugural Luminare Awards & Scholarship Fundraiser Gala.

Join us as we honor four extraordinary women who lead, inspire, and transform our community:

☆ The Torch Award, Excellence in Education: Cynthia Latimer
♥ The Sankofa Award, Excellence in Health: Congresswoman Lauren Underwood
▲ The Legacy Builder Award, Excellence in Economic Empowerment: Melody Winston
★ The Voice Award, Excellence in Civic Engagement: Helen Mitchell

An evening of dinner, awards, a keynote on Economic Empowerment, a silent auction, and dancing, all in support of the Luminare Rising Stars Scholarship Fund for young Black women pursuing higher education.

📅 Saturday, November 7, 2026
⏰ 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM
📍 Belle Salle Banquets, 1920 E. New York St., Aurora, IL 60502
🎟️ $125 per ticket | Tables of 10: $1,250
👗 A Formal Affair: Gowns, Tuxedos & Suits
Get your tickets today: https://tinyurl.com/LuminareAwards