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Rally for Kids

Join with other advocates, human service providers, and concerned citizens who will be impacted by budget cuts because Illinois lawmakers have not yet supported a balanced solution that raises new revenues through an income tax increase.
When: Tuesday, June 30, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Where: James R. Thompson Center, 100 W. Randolph, Chicago

Kids Count Awards Dinner

The Kids Count Awards Dinner is an annual celebration of all of those who are working everyday to build better lives for Illinois children. This year we will pay tribute to two remarkable advocates for children: The Steans Family and Jerry Stermer, former Voices' president who recently left after 22 years to serve as chief of staff to Governor Pat Quinn. We are delighted that the Governor will be on hand to take part in the awards presentation.
When: Thursday, Sept. 10, cocktails at 5:30 p.m., dinner at 6:30 p.m.
Where: Hyatt Regency Chicago, 151 E. Wacker Dr., Chicago
Cost: $500 for individual tickets, $200 discounted tickets are available for not-for-profit and government colleagues
All are invited to attend. For more information, please contact Shawn Gavin at 312-516-5552.

Save the date for this forum about the educational well-being of children in Illinois. Through plenary panels, workshops and discussions, the Symposium will cover a range of topics within education and speakers will assess policies and proposed solutions.
When: Wednesday, Oct. 14, 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m.
Where: University of Illinois – Springfield
Stay tuned for more details about this exciting event.