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Gala 2024 Recap
Ecker Center’s Annual Gala: Celebrating Our Legacy, Embracing Our Future
On December 7, 2024, Ecker Center for Behavioral Health hosted its annual gala at the historic Highland Loft in Elgin, IL. This unforgettable evening brought together community leaders, supporters, and friends to celebrate nearly seven decades of providing compassionate mental health services.
Event Highlights
This year's Gala theme, “Celebrating Our Legacy, Embracing Our Future,” reflected Ecker's long history and ongoing commitment to expanding mental health services.
Featured Speakers
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Caroline Bailey, Former Director of PEP Services (representing Ecker’s past): She reflected on how Ecker has evolved to meet the increasing demand for behavioral health services and shared stories from the organization’s earliest days, highlighting the foundation built for a more connected future.
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Nisha Shah, Chief Mental Health Officer (representing Ecker’s present): She emphasized the organization’s current efforts to meet community needs through innovative and compassionate care.
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Dr. Daphne Sandouka, CEO (representing Ecker’s future): She focused on Ecker’s vision for future growth through expanded programs and services to serve even more lives.
Thank You
We deeply appreciate our sponsors, donors, volunteers, and staff for making this event a success. Your generosity ensures Ecker Center can continue building a healthier, stronger community.
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Thank you for being part of our story. Here’s to embracing a brighter future together!