The Boys & Girls Clubs of Dundee Township signature event, the Tennies & Ties Gala, was recognized by the Illinois Area Council with the 2017 Outstanding Resource Development Award. The award was presented to BGCDT during the 2017 Illinois Area Council Reception in Bloomington, IL.
The Boys & Girls Clubs of Dundee Township held the signature fundraising event, The Tennies & Ties Gala, on Saturday, Nov. 5th (2016) at OTTO. The Gala hosted a record 420 guests, while raising over $294,000 for BGCDT.
The Gala was hosted by Joe Cicero & Tina Bree, the Star 105.5 Morning Crew and guests were entertained by a live band (Serendipity), open bar, both Silent & Live Auction, and a Wine Toss as well.
Cheryl Wedell (Board Member) served as the Event Chair, alongside the Committee consisting of: Blair Motl, Janine Kerin, Vicki Frantz, Tammy Coakley, Jerry Skowronski, Darcy Bretz and Amalia Woolf.