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EFGC is thrilled to announce that we have been selected as the newest charity for the annual First Look for Charity Gala at the Chicago Auto Show! First Look for Charity stands as one of Chicago’s greatest one-day fundraisers, regularly generating more than $2 million for 18 area nonprofits. Held at McCormick Place the evening before the Chicago Auto Show opens, the benevolent event is anticipated by socialites and car buffs alike. Guests are treated to champagne, wine, soft drinks, elegant hors d’oeurves, and desserts all while being the first to explore the annual edition of the show. Additionally, gala attendees will have the chance to win a brand new vehicle while supporting EFGC! Click here to purchase tickets.

This Valentine’s Day, show yourself some love! We’ll be joined by therapy dogs for a heart-warming celebration focused on self-care, relaxation, and joy, with a little paw-sitive love along the way. For more info, contact Agatha at ademarchi@epilepsychicago.org.

Join us for our annual Empoderando a Nuestras Familias: Epilepsy Education Conference for Spanish-Speaking Families, an event dedicated to learning, education, and awareness within our Epilepsy community, created especially for our Hispanic families. This conference is open to the public and will provide valuable information, resources, and support to empower individuals and families affected by epilepsy. For more information and to register, click here.

Participants will volunteer in the Sharehouse, organizing donated materials and assembling essential kits that will be distributed to families in need. For more info, contract Erin at ebagley@epilepsychicago.org.

Our Family Retreat is a supportive and inclusive experience designed for our Kids & Teens (5-17 years old) living with epilepsy and their families. For more info, contact Erin at ebagley@epilepsychicago.org.

We’re calling on artists to bring an important story to life. 1 in 26 people will develop epilepsy in their lifetime. We are seeking original artwork inspired by the theme, The Power of Community: 1 in 26. The selected piece will be transformed into a community-created mural, painted with the help of individuals and families impacted by epilepsy. All original submissions will have the opportunity to be featured in our 2026 gallery exhibition. Click here for more information and to complete the submission form.

Our Women’s Community is designed to give attendees the opportunity to explore simple and supportive ways to care for the mind and body while building meaningful connections with others who understand the journey of being a women impacted by epilepsy. For more information and to register click here.

We invite you to an in-person clinical workshop where we come together as a community to learn about love, connection, and acceptance , and celebrate all types of love in a safe and supportive space. For more information, contact Agatha at ademarchi@epilepsychicago.org or Karli at kpaggeot@epilepsychicago.org

Get ready for a special screening of Under the Lights, with its filmmaker, who lives with epilepsy, Miles Levin IN-PERSON. Join us for an evening of awareness, connection and a groundbreaking moment for our Chicago epilepsy community. Click here for more information and to purchase tickets.

Bring your family or friends and come celebrate the end of summer cheering on the Cougars with EFGC! Contact Erin at ebagley@epilepsychicago.org to register.

Join us for our 26th Annual Tee Off for EFGC! The day includes a light breakfast, driving range practice, 18 holes of scramble format golf, lunch, a cocktail reception, dinner, and a silent auction. 19th Green Tickets are also available – These are for attendees spouses and friends to join in on the fun after the round of golf for cocktails and dinner. For more information and to purchase tickets, click here.

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Join us for a supportive workshop that equips caregivers of individuals living with epilepsy with practical tools to reduce stress, manage anxiety, build confidence in seizure response, and strengthen resilience. 

This virtual workshop will be held in Spanish on September 8th from 6:00 – 7:00 pm in and in English on September 9th from 6:00 – 7:00 pm. For more information and to register, email Agatha at ademarchi@epilepsychicago.org.