More than 580 guests turned out for Wellness House’s annual fall fundraiser, Under One Sky, in October. The stars aligned during an incredible one-of-a-kind evening where 3 suburban locations: Butterfield Country Club, Chicago Highlands Club, and Hinsdale Golf Club were held simultaneously, all under one sky. Led by eight Luminaries—Angie & Wes Breton, Stephanie & Freddie Brzozowski, Lauren & Matt Houder, Debbie & Jim Hultquist, Jenna & Ken Julian, Briana & Peter Murray, Lori & Clay Naccarato, and Beth Sharp—with a profound history of supporting Wellness House, guests at all locations enjoyed cocktails, a seated dinner, wine auction, program, live auction, and dancing. The live auction and paddle raise were conducted via live feed which brought each location together as one to raise over $800,000.
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A Place Like No Other
At Wellness House, hope is not a distant promise. It is something you feel the moment you walk through the door. For Johnny, navigating life with cancer in Chicago’s Englewood neighborhood, that moment came when he least expected it and exactly when he needed it most.
“When I first heard about Wellness House, I didn’t take the time to really look through the materials,” Johnny admits. “I thought, ‘I’ve got too much going on to be going to some program.’” But the nurses at his hospital kept mentioning it, particularly one young woman who wouldn’t give up on him.
Finding Strength Through Every Season
Jackie’s journey with cancer began in 2021 with a diagnosis that shook her world—but not her spirit. “At first, I was shocked. But something in me said, ‘You have to do this. Be strong,’” she recalls. From her home on the South Side of Chicago, Jackie faced each stage of her breast cancer treatment with a quiet determination, fueled by her faith, her family, and the love of her husband, Todd—and their 12-year-old rescue dog, Bella.
Jim McMahon: A Legacy of Leadership and Commitment
Throughout the history of Wellness House, a few extraordinary leaders have left a lasting imprint on the organization’s growth and direction. Jim McMahon is one of those individuals—an inspiring leader whose vision, dedication, and steady hand helped Wellness House flourish during its formative years.