About this Event
The mission of The Community Foundation of Will County is to promote philanthropy, connect donors to community needs, and build partnerships to improve the quality of life in our region. Our priority areas include health, education, human services, and the arts.
The Community Foundation of Will County Gratitude Award recognizes individuals in Will County who exemplify excellence in their town through their generosity, charitable efforts and support. The Community Foundation of Will County is proud to honor Billy & Liese Hearth, recipients of our Gratitude Award, while celebrating another year of advancing a culture of philanthropy in Will County.
About The Honorees
Married since 2001, Liese and Billy Hearth exemplify the transformative power of leadership coupled with genuine compassion. Their collaborative efforts extend far beyond the realms of traditional philanthropy, as they actively engage with and empower their community to effect meaningful change. Through their leadership positions and unwavering dedication, they inspire others to join them in their mission to create a more inclusive, equitable, and vibrant society.
Liese, art teacher at Eisenhower Junior High in Darien, is a founding board member of the Bolingbrook Arts Museum. She has also volunteered and shared her expertise with, among others, Heart Haven Outreach, Bolingbrook Lions, Illinois Aviation Museum, Darien Women’s Club, and Illinois State Board of Education
As a financial advisor and proud Rotarian, Billy’s nature is to help - help people toward their financial goals and help Will County residents in a variety of arenas. He currently serves as the Chair for the United Way of Will County, is a board member of Bolingbrook Area Chamber of Commerce and Illinois Aviation. Additionally, Billy serves as a Trustee on the Bolingbrook Police Pension Board and volunteers with multiple organizations.
In the hearts of their community, Liese and Billy Hearth stand as beacons of hope, embodying the values of selflessness, integrity, and solidarity. Their legacy serves as a testament to the profound impact that visionary leadership and unwavering support can have on the collective well-being of a community.
Become A Sponsor Opportunities
Diamond - $5,000
8 tickets to event.
Group acknowledgment (all sponsors) on social media
prior to event.
Logo/Name featured prominently in event materials
and signage.
Individual CFWC social media recognition: Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram.
Recognition on website for year following event.
Platinum - $2,500
6 tickets to event.
Group acknowledgment (all sponsors) on social media
prior to event.
Sponsorship featured in event materials
and signage.
Individual CFWC social media recognition:
Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram.
Recognition on website for year following event.
Gold - $1,000
4 tickets to event.
Sponsorship featured in event materials
and signage.
Group acknowledgment (all sponsors) on social media
prior to event.
Recognition on website for year following event.
Silver- $500
4 tickets to event.
Sponsorship featured in event materials
and signage.
Group acknowledgment (all sponsors) on social media prior to event.
Bronze – Below $500
Sponsorship featured on event signage.
Please make checks payable to:
The Community Foundation of Will County.
PLEASE NOTE: All logos should be sent via e-mail to [email protected] by Thursday, May 2nd, to ensure inclusion in materials.
Join us for our specialty wine tasting event in honor of Gratitude Award recipients.
Date: Thursday, May 16th, 2024
Time: 5:30pm -7:30pm
Location: Bolingbrook Golf Club, 2001 Rodeo Dr., Bolingbrook, IL, 60490
Your $50 purchase includes two drink tickets, an assortment of appetizers, in addition to a variety of other beverages for purchase. Please use the navigation bar to purchase tickets. If you are unable to attend this event, please consider making a donation or participating as a sponsor by visiting our website https://willcountycf.org/
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Bolingbrook Golf Club, 2001 Rodeo Drive, Bolingbrook, United States
USD 50.00