Welcome to the Host Committee Portal!

Thank you for helping us celebrate 55 years of impact on the South Side. This page contains the latest information, messaging, and resources to help you share the celebration with your network.

55th Anniversary Event At A Glance

EVENT OVERVIEW

Date: Thursday, October 8, 2026

Time: 6:30 PM

Location: Obama Presidential Center Museum, 6001 S. Stony Island Ave., Chicago IL

Description: This milestone celebration is a powerful gathering of civic leaders, corporate partners, philanthropists, and changemakers committed to investing in the future of our communities. This historic evening will honor our founder and elevate a bold vision forward.

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PROMOTIONAL TIMELINE

July

  • Share the Save the Date

August

  • Share the Ticket Launch

  • Invite your network

September

  • Countdown posts

  • Final ticket reminders

October

  • Celebrate!

Sponsorship Information

HOW YOU CAN HELP

As a Host Committee Member, we ask that you:

☐ Attend the celebration

☐ Share event updates on social media

☐ Invite colleagues and friends

☐ Encourage table purchases

☐ Introduce potential sponsors

☐ Like, comment on, and share Centers' posts

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COMMUNICATIONS TOOLKIT

Messaging:

    • Lead with impact, not fundraising. Share why the work matters before discussing tickets or sponsorship.

    • Make it personal. If you have a connection to Centers or its mission, share why you're involved.

    • Invite, don't sell. The goal is to encourage people to celebrate and learn more, not make them feel like they're receiving a sales pitch.

Key Talking Points:

  • For 55 years, Centers for New Horizons has partnered with children, families, and communities across Chicago's South Side to create pathways to opportunity. This celebration honors that legacy while looking ahead to the future we're building together.

  • The 55th Anniversary Celebration brings together civic leaders, corporate partners, philanthropists, and community champions who share a commitment to strengthening families and investing in the future of the South Side.

  • Through early childhood education, youth development, workforce readiness, and community partnerships, Centers has helped thousands of individuals and families build stability, opportunity, and self-reliance over the past five decades.

  • Whether you attend, purchase a table, become a sponsor, or help spread the word, your support helps ensure Centers can continue creating opportunities for children, families, and communities for generations to come.

  • While we'll reflect on 55 years of impact, the evening is equally focused on the future—bringing together partners who believe in creating stronger, more vibrant communities across Chicago's South Side.

Email and Personal Invitations:

  • For 55 years, Centers for New Horizons has been a trusted partner for children, families, and communities across Chicago’s South Side, creating pathways to opportunity through early learning, youth development, family support, and community-centered programs.

    On October 8th, Centers for New Horizons will celebrate this incredible milestone at the Obama Presidential Center, bringing together community members, partners, supporters, and friends to honor 55 years of impact and look ahead to the future.

    I invite you to join me for this special evening as we celebrate the legacy of Centers for New Horizons and recognize the people and partnerships that have helped shape its journey.

    Celebrate with us: www.cnh.org/55th

    #Centers55 #DoItForTheSouthSide

  • Subject Line Options:

    • Join Me in Celebrating 55 Years of Impact on the South Side

    • You’re Invited: Centers for New Horizons’ 55th Anniversary Celebration

    Email Body Language:

    Hi [Name],

    I’m excited to share an important milestone with you. Centers for New Horizons is celebrating 55 years of creating opportunities and strengthening communities on Chicago’s South Side.

    For more than five decades, Centers has supported children, families, and neighborhoods through programs that foster stability, growth, and opportunity. This anniversary is an opportunity to honor the people, partnerships, and community members who have helped shape the organization’s lasting impact.

    I’m proud to support Centers for New Horizons as a member of the Host Committee, and I invite you to join me on Thursday, October 8th, at the Obama Presidential Center for the Centers for New Horizons 55th Anniversary Celebration.

    This special evening will celebrate Centers’ legacy, recognize the collective impact of its supporters and partners, and look ahead to the next chapter of service and opportunity.

    I hope you’ll be part of this unforgettable celebration.

    Learn more about the celebration here: www.cnh.org/55th

    Thank you for helping recognize and celebrate 55 years of impact in our community.

    Warmly,
    [Your Name]

  • Hi [Name]! I’d love for you to join me for a special celebration. Centers for New Horizons is turning 55! 🎉

    Join us on October 8 at the Obama Presidential Center as we celebrate 55 years of impact, community, and opportunity on Chicago’s South Side.

    Be part of this special celebration: www.cnh.org/55th

  • Hi [Name],

    I’m excited to share that Centers for New Horizons is celebrating 55 years of impact on Chicago’s South Side.

    As a member of the Host Committee, I’m honored to support this milestone celebration and invite you to join me on October 8 at the Obama Presidential Center.

    It will be an evening to celebrate Centers’ legacy, recognize the community that has supported its work, and look ahead to the future.

    Join the celebration: www.cnh.org/55th

    Hope to see you there!

Social Media Language:

  • #CNH55

    #DoItForTheSouthSide

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