Our annual awards celebration is back! After more than three years, we could not be more excited to see you all in person. This year, we're recognizing four of our state's brightest stars: people who have spoken truth to power, blazed new trails in our democracy, and dedicated their lives to serving the people of Illinois.
There'll be food, drink, inspiration, and great company. And, of course, the opportunity to support Reform for Illinois' critical mission of creating a more ethical and equitable democracy that works for everyone.
2023 Honorees
Presented by Chicago Ald. Matt Martin, IL state Rep. Kam Buckner, Chicago Tonight's Paris Schutz, former Cook County Clerk David Orr, and others.
Illinois state Senator Robert Peters for his tireless efforts to give voice to the unheard and strengthen democracy through programs like civics education for incarcerated individuals.
Hon. Dick Simpson, professor emeritus at UIC and former Chicago alderman, for his lifelong commitment to fighting against corruption and for good government in Chicago.
Hon. Michele Smith, former alderwoman of Chicago's 43rd Ward, for her leadership in passing meaningful ethics reform in Chicago.
Amanda Vinicky, WTTW correspondent and host, for her incisive coverage of state politics and her essential role in holding power to account.
This event is made possible by our generous sponsors.
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Legend ($10,000+)
David Hiller
Champion ($5,000+)
Mary and Prof. Ben Page
Advocate ($2,500+)
Hon. Michele Smith
Prof. Dick Simpson
David Melton and Nancy Segal
Watchdog ($1,500+)
Wellington Church
Supporter ($500+)
Hon. David Orr
Joe Ferguson, (re)Chicago
Carrie K. Huff Law Office
Birch and Galen Burghardt
Senate President Don Harmon
Board of Review Commissioner Samantha Steele
Dana Pownall
Scott and Betsy Lassar
Reception Details
Date: October 19, 2023
Time: 6 PM-8 PM
Where: Fremont, 15 W. Illinois St., Chicago IL
General Admission: $135
See "Purchase Tickets" button in upper right to buy tickets and for more information on Sponsorship Levels
Contact us at 312-436-1274 or [email protected] for more information. We hope you can join us!
Reform for Illinois is a nonprofit, nonpartisan 501(c)(3) organization and donations are tax-deductible to the fullest extent permitted by law.
