Thank you to everyone who supported the 2023 Franciscan Outreach Gala! Our sponsors, our donors, our board of directors, our ambassador board, our volunteers, and our staff all played an important part in making the event a joyous celebration! Because of you, we raised $260,000 to provide healthy food, safe shelter, and comprehensive services to our neighbors in need.
A heartfelt expression of gratitude to this year's honoree, our beloved friend and champion, Fr Ed Shea, OFM, for his unwavering commitment to the community we serve!
We will continue to honor Fr Ed every day through our work. May we all follow his example of love, peace, compassion, and generosity.
In the words of Fr Ed--Paz y Bien, and we hope to see you next year!
Sponsorship Opportunities
The work of Franciscan Outreach is to provide healthy meals, safe shelter, and comprehensive services to people confronting homelessness in Chicago. Our mission is to affirm the dignity of individuals we serve and empower them to gain the stability needed to transition to permanent housing. We provide essential services to thousands of our neighbors in need, regardless of their circumstances, without question or judgement. Franciscan Outreach is a path from help to hope.
Many Thanks to our Generous Sponsors
Safe Shelter Sponsors
Margaret Scanlan Brown
Dennis and Renee Crowley
Kathryn and Brett Galley, MD
Mazzolin Family
The Romano Family
Compassionate Care Sponsor
Miles and Susan McHugh
Patrick and Sara Nash
Healthy Meals Sponsors
The Akers Family
Chris and Sarah Cutrara
Epsilon Economics
James and Jill Kramer
