LovePurse

10/13/2026

10/09/2026

How do you try to thank everyone who made last night's 5th annual gala a true success? There are no words. Our co-chairs Sheila R. Brown Edgaras Valecka our volunteers managed by Cathy Traczek and Rebecca Cianci, our producer/director of the video, Mark Roscoe, our talented and incredible vocalist singing our theme song, Opal Staples, our 2026 corporate partners, and , our board members , our advisors mekky rajput Tracy Ftacek | Aligned Business Strategist my KNOW sisters Jen Marie LEORA 🦁 Allison Cummings my better half Martin J Castro and the greatest event planner ever, Gwendolyn McNutt, CSEP. There are so many more people to thank.

10/06/2026

We are grateful to our Hoverboard Hero Sponsor, Casa De Guie', for helping Love Purse move our impact forward. We look forward to celebrating with you at this year’s Love Purse “88 Miles to Impact: Back to the Future” Gala.

Join us on October 8th for an unforgettable evening.

📅 Date: Thursday, October 8, 2026
📍 Time: 6:00 PM
🎟️ Get your tickets! https://conta.cc/44euqow

10/06/2026

Cub fans, this one's for you. If you're coming to our gala on Thursday, you should check out these amazing autographed items. Thank you to former Cubs player Bob Dernier #20 for the signed shirt, ball and players card. Two additional balls signed by Nico Hoerner and Pete Crow-Armstrong, a jersey signed by #8 Ian Happ and a behind the scenes private tour for 4 of Wrigley Field courtesy of the Brian Bernardoni Family. Gwendolyn McNutt, CSEP Bridget Hatch Toni LoCasto Michelle Mekky🪬 Cathy Traczek Tracy Ftacek | Aligned Business Strategist

10/06/2026

A huge shoutout to our Hoverboard Hero sponsor, OMG...It's Gluten Free. Thanks for helping us push the future forward and create brighter, stronger pathways for women in need. Thank you for supporting the mission.

Get your tickets now!

📅 Thursday, October 8, 2026
🕕 6:00 PM
📍 Wilder Mansion, Elmhurst, IL
🎟️ Tickets: https://conta.cc/44euqow

10/03/2026

5 Days to Go!

We are officially less than a week away from the Love Purse “88 Miles to Impact: Back to the Future” Gala!

👗👖 Are your outfits ready?
🎟️ Have you purchased your tickets?
https://conta.cc/44euqow

We can’t wait to welcome you to an unforgettable evening of Back to the Future fun—featuring a live performance by powerhouse vocalist Opal Staples, signature cocktails and mocktails, delicious food, and an exciting raffle and silent auction—all in support of our purse gifting program.

Drop a ❤️ or 👜 in the comments if we’ll see you there!

10/01/2026

Huge shoutout to Clayco for charging up the mission as a Flux Capacitor Partner Sponsor. Thanks for helping us push the future forward and create brighter, stronger pathways for women in need. We look forward to celebrating with you at this year’s Love Purse “88 Miles to Impact: Back to the Future” Gala.

Get your tickets today!

📅 Thursday, October 8, 2026
🕕 6:00 PM
📍 Wilder Mansion, Elmhurst, IL
🎟️ Tickets: https://conta.cc/44euqow

09/30/2026

Tonight we came together in community and collaboration and it was a home run. The team at Allstate , and have been great supporters of for two years. Now we have taken it to another level. Hosting panels discussions with partners while supporting our partners with purses at the same time. Tonight it was PODER Chicago a long time partner of mine before founding . Allstate tagline "You're in Good Hands" is a true testament to their culture. They shared their Tx3's (time, talents & treasures) with the PODER Chicago team tonight.

09/29/2026

Thank you to Peruvian Connection for their support of Love Purse.

For fifty years, Peruvian Connection has honored the artistry of Andean textile tradition. Their Anniversary Edition Millennium Coat, donated for our silent auction, is a breathtaking tribute to that legacy.

Hand‑sorted Imperial Alpaca, a sweeping ankle‑length silhouette, Magnolia print lining, and meticulous pick stitching make this coat feel like wearable art. Only 250 will ever be made.

If you love craftsmanship, heritage, and pieces that tell a story, this is your item. To bid on this or any of our other silent auction items (https://tinyurl.com/3yfmzufw), get your tickets and join us on October 8th!

📅 Thursday, October 8, 2026
🕕 6:00 PM
📍 Wilder Mansion, Elmhurst, IL
🎟️ Tickets: https://conta.cc/44euqow

09/28/2026

The future looks delicious! 😋 A huge thank you to our Flux Capacitor Sponsor, My Chef Catering, for helping to power our Back to the Future Gala with food that’s guaranteed to be next level. Flavor, flair, and impact — all for our guests to enjoy. See you on October 8th!
Get your tickets today!

📅 Thursday, October 8, 2026
🕕 6:00 PM
📍 Wilder Mansion, Elmhurst, IL
🎟️ Tickets: https://conta.cc/44euqow