Event Information
Join us for Apna Ghar’s 35th Anniversary Gala: Together We Thrive at 6:00 pm on Saturday, May 16, 2026, Venue West in Chicago. The event will be a vibrant gathering with more than 300 of Chicago’s prominent civic, community and corporate leaders, activists, and organizational partners and supporters who will come together for a fun and inspiring evening.
Honoree Information
We are proud to recognize The Honorable Justice Sanjay T. Tailor with Apna Ghar’s Trailblazer Award for his historic appointment as the first Asian American in the history of the state to be appointed to the Illinois Supreme Court. Justice Tailor is a former Board President and longtime supporter of Apna Ghar’s, and we are truly inspired by his dedication to fairness and equity!
We are proud to recognize the Parvin and Ramzan Dhanji Family Foundation with Apna Ghar’s Champion Award for their steadfast and transformative support! We are deeply inspired by their generosity, entrepreneurial spirit, and visionary leadership. Both Parvin and Ramzan have been an integral part of Apna Ghar from the very start of our organization. Their investment has helped us reach new heights.
We are proud to recognize Dr. Sonia Oyola, Founder and President of the BeAlright Foundation with Apna Ghar’s Advocacy Award, for her generous support, and unwavering commitment to elevating gender justice. Dr. Oyola exemplifies care and compassion and we are also fortunate to have benefited from her professional expertise, which has helped us shape our programs.
We are proud to recognize Uzma Sharif, Founder of Uzma Chocolat withApna Ghar’s Advoacy Award for her generosity, innovative, and entrepreneurial spirit. Uzma’s bold vision for the future has fueled meaningful change and creative collaborations.Uzma is a connector and cultural storyteller, and we are truly grateful for the care and commitment she has shown us.
Ticket and Sponsorship Information
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For more details please contact, Apna Ghar’s development manager Uneza Akhtar at (224) 636-2858 or by email uakhtar@apnaghar.org.