Grant DePorter and Hunt Family to be honored at Gilda’s Club Chicago Awards

Chicago’s philanthropic community will gather for an inspiring evening of celebration and gratitude at the Gilda’s Club Chicago Annual Awards Dinner on Thursday, June 25, at the elegant Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago.

Running from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., the event will bring together supporters, civic leaders, and healthcare advocates to honor individuals whose contributions have strengthened the mission of Gilda's Club Chicago—an organization dedicated to providing free emotional and social support to people whose lives have been impacted by cancer.

This year’s dinner will be co-chaired by Lee Golub, managing principal of Golub & Company, and Alex Pissios, founder of Alecko Capital. The evening will be emceed by beloved Chicago television personality Allison Rosati of NBC 5 Chicago.

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Honorees include Grant DePorter, owner of the iconic Harry Caray's Restaurant Group, along with the Hunt Family, who will be recognized through the Hunt Family Compassionate Care Award.

The annual dinner is one of the organization’s most meaningful fundraising events, celebrating the people and partnerships that help sustain its life-changing programs. Guests can expect a memorable evening filled with community spirit, recognition, and powerful stories about the impact of compassionate support for those navigating cancer.

Founded in honor of beloved comedian Gilda Radner, Gilda’s Club Chicago opened its doors on Valentine’s Day in 1998. Since then, it has provided free support to more than 70,000 members through support groups, healthy lifestyle activities, educational workshops, and social programs. These services are offered to anyone affected by cancer—including patients, families, and caregivers—and are available at the organization’s clubhouse on North Wells Street as well as partner hospital locations across the region.

As one of Chicago’s most heartfelt charitable gatherings, the Annual Awards Dinner highlights the strength of community and the importance of emotional support alongside medical care. Proceeds from the evening help ensure that Gilda’s Club Chicago can continue providing its programs completely free of charge to everyone who needs them.

Event Details

What: Gilda’s Club Chicago Annual Awards Dinner

When: Thursday, June 25, 2026 | 6–9 p.m.

Where: Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago

Co-Chairs: Lee Golub and Alex Pissios

Emcee: Allison Rosati

Honorees: Grant DePorter and the Hunt Family

Beneficiary: Gilda's Club Chicago

Tickets/more info: pjhchicago.com/events/gildasclub