WELCOME TO THE PARTY


Party For Life is a non-profit charity dedicated to raising money and awareness for the brave pediatric patients and families at
Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago.
Each year, we host the Giving Thanks Gala as an unforgettable way for Chicago philanthropists to make a real impact.
Note: The Giving Thanks Gala is not your typical, stuffy charity event—we party hard for our cause!
Founded in 2012 by John and Suzy Tsiones, Party For Life operates on a 100% volunteer basis: our board of directors, event vendors, and committee are all unpaid. We keep our overhead extremely minimal to maximize support for the kids. We donate 100% of event proceeds directly to pediatric care and cancer treatment at Lurie Children's Hospital. Always have, and always will. To date, Party For Life has raised and donated over $600,000 to ensure families receive
world-class care.
We are deeply grateful for your kindness and generosity in helping us stand by these extraordinary children and their families.
Thank you for partying with us.

Registration Now Open!
Friday, November 6th
Giving Thanks Gala '26

Wesley, former St. Jude Patient, Giving Thanks Gala 2019


2019, 65K Raised and Donated
2022, 100K Raised and Donated

2018
Raised and Donated
55,000

2017
Raised and Donated
42,000
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2016
Raised and Donated
32,000

2015
Raised and Donated
15,000

2014
Raised and Donated
13,000
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2013
Raised and Donated
10,000

PAST EVENTS

GIVING THANKS GALA
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