Events
Naperville CARES hosts two major fundraisers a year, one in the spring and one in the fall. These events provide 37% of our annual revenue:
- Cuisine for a Cause is our spring fundraiser and is an opportunity to sample food from 25 Naperville restaurants and beverages from area wine and beer merchants in a fun-filled atmosphere. The 7th Annual Cuisine for a Cause was held at Tellabs Global Headquarters on Saturday, April 24 and was a tremendous success raising $110,000 for Naperville CARES. Thanks to the generosity of Tellabs, Van Kampen, My Chef Catering, the City of Naperville and all our other sponsors, 100% if our ticket and auction sales will be used for program expenses. Tellabs has already agreed to host the 8th Annual Cuisine for a Cause which will held on Saturday, April 30, 2011. Please view photos and read more about Cuisine for a Cause.
- Toasting for a Cause is our fall fundraiser and is celebration of food and wine will occur on Monday, November 8 at Sullivan's Steakhouse. More details to follow. In November 2009 100 attendees enjoyed a five-course dinner and wine reception at Sullivan’s restaurant in downtown Naperville. Please view photos and read more about Toasting for a Cause.