LovePurse

10/21/2026

About last night, 240 purses later, 240 women who will be gifted one of these is no small task. Debbie Moran and everyone who sponsored, donated and showed up to help the women at Metropolitan Family Services DV program be reminded they matter and are being prayed for. Thank you my board chair who goes above and beyond to continue to make this mission what it is. Hope Love

10/20/2026

Our Angel Ambassadors at recently held a collection for the women in The Living Room Program. The Living Room is a free alternative to the Emergency Room. It gives individuals in a crisis a safe, calm environment to de-escalate from their mental health stressors. Thank you to Patty Johnstone, Director of the Joliet Living Room Program, for leading this collection of 24 purses.

10/16/2026

It's that time again. Time to share some of my Tx3's (time, talents & treasures), with someone in need for my life saving blood. I hate needles. But love knowing I helped to save a life. How are you sharing your Tx3's?

10/16/2026

Thank you Cook County Clerk Monica Gordon for another amazing collection and the resolution. Each purse donated represents hope, dignity, and love for the woman on the receiving end. And to all the elected officials who came out to support today's event, thank you. And to CBS Noel Brennan for the interview. Alma E. Anaya Willie Preston Donna Miller Commissioner Kari Steele Gwendolyn McNutt, CSEP

10/15/2026

Thank you Jennifer Cermak Tengelsen and the residents at St. Regis Chicago who showed up, stuffed purses and wrote notes of inspiration for the women in need at Sinai Chicago Hope Love

10/14/2026

This year’s Love Purse Back to the Future Gala transported us through time, and while the DeLorean may have parked, the excitement and impact continue.

Thank you to everyone who made the evening unforgettable. If you couldn’t travel “back in time” with us, you can still be part of the story and help women in need build a brighter future through our limited-time Gala Encore Auction. You can access the auction here: https://conta.cc/4ilpLZV

This short online auction features a curated selection of guest favorites, unique experiences, and specialty items that didn’t receive final bids at the gala. It closes in five days, so don’t wait to explore and bid. If you don’t find an item you’d like to bid on, you can still support Love Purse by donating here: https://conta.cc/4sdCi5e

Thank you for supporting our mission and helping us carry the momentum of an incredible gala night forward. Hurry, the online bidding ends on October 19 at 12:00 a.m., so place your bids now!

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10/13/2026

10/09/2026

How do you try to thank everyone who made last night's 5th annual gala a true success? There are no words. Our co-chairs Sheila R. Brown Edgaras Valecka our volunteers managed by Cathy Traczek and Rebecca Cianci, our producer/director of the video, Mark Roscoe, our talented and incredible vocalist singing our theme song, Opal Staples, our 2026 corporate partners, and , our board members , our advisors mekky rajput Tracy Ftacek | Aligned Business Strategist my KNOW sisters Jen Marie LEORA 🦁 Allison Cummings my better half Martin J Castro and the greatest event planner ever, Gwendolyn McNutt, CSEP. There are so many more people to thank.

10/06/2026

We are grateful to our Hoverboard Hero Sponsor, Casa De Guie', for helping Love Purse move our impact forward. We look forward to celebrating with you at this year’s Love Purse “88 Miles to Impact: Back to the Future” Gala.

Join us on October 8th for an unforgettable evening.

📅 Date: Thursday, October 8, 2026
📍 Time: 6:00 PM
🎟️ Get your tickets! https://conta.cc/44euqow

10/06/2026

Cub fans, this one's for you. If you're coming to our gala on Thursday, you should check out these amazing autographed items. Thank you to former Cubs player Bob Dernier #20 for the signed shirt, ball and players card. Two additional balls signed by Nico Hoerner and Pete Crow-Armstrong, a jersey signed by #8 Ian Happ and a behind the scenes private tour for 4 of Wrigley Field courtesy of the Brian Bernardoni Family. Gwendolyn McNutt, CSEP Bridget Hatch Toni LoCasto Michelle Mekky🪬 Cathy Traczek Tracy Ftacek | Aligned Business Strategist