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For 30 years, Community Organizing and Family Issues (COFI) has proven that when Black and Brown parents, especially mothers and grandmothers, have real power and support, they are able to turn their dreams into action! <\/span><\/p>\n

Our theme captures COFI\u2019s core belief: When parents come together, their collective power transforms their dreams into reality to make our communities, our state, and our nation a better place for all.<\/span><\/p>\n

From personal triumphs to major policy victories, COFI\u2019s parent-led organizing model, The COFI Way<\/span><\/em><\/a>, has trained thousands of parents and helped transform communities and entire systems. Our 30th Anniversary celebrates three decades of parent power and the next generation of change we\u2019re building together, and we hope you join us!<\/p>\n

Scroll down to view our sponsors, read stories, donate, and more.<\/p>\n

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Parent-led action is powered by the generosity of donors and sponsors who believe real community voices deserve a seat at policy tables. Together, we envision a world where racial, economic, and educational justice prevail, and all children and families have an equal opportunity to succeed in life. Interested in sponsorship opportunities? Click here<\/a><\/strong><\/span> or scroll down to get involved.<\/p>\n

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COFI Dream Maker<\/h2>\n

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COFI Action Takers<\/h2>\n

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COFI Parent Champions<\/h3>\n

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Henrietta Saunders and <\/b><\/h2>\n

Richard Day<\/b><\/h2>\n

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COFI Allies<\/h4>\n

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Gregory Concodora and Cindy Ogrin<\/h4>\n

Karen Lusson<\/h4>\n

Sandra and John O\u2019Donnell<\/h4>\n

Tim O\u2019Hagan and Julie Osborne<\/h4>\n

Leah Cunningham Pouw and Bryson Pouw<\/h4>\n

Susan Reed and Ed Schwartz<\/h4>\n

Marie and Robert Weissbourd<\/h4>\n

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COFI Friends<\/h5>\n

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Doc B, PLLC<\/h2>\n

(Dr. Brenda Huber)<\/h2>\n

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Thank you to our Individual Sponsors, Board Members*, and Event Committee Members!<\/h5>\n

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Tracey Abman and Ellen Schumer
\nVeronica Anderson*
\nCarlos Azcoitia
\nChanelle Brown*
\nCharlene Campbell
\nTonantzin Carmona*
\nDonna Carpenter
\nValerie Carroll
\nChicago White Sox
\nChicago Fire Football Club
\nJennifer Cossyleon*
\nLisa Dush and Lee Hart
\nEli’s Cheesecake
\nDiane Fager*
\nKatrina Falkner<\/p>\n

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Gaylord and William Gieseke
Rosazlia Grillier*
Jacky Grimshaw*
Sherita Hamlin
Dr. Nia Heard-Garris
Gloria Hicks
Jean Joque
Lucy Lopez
Gina Lowell
Marisol Luna
Rob Mayo
Felipa Mena*
Karen Lynn Morton
Michelle Morton<\/p>\n

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\nLiliana Olayo*
\nNelly Paredes
\nDelia Perez
\nPete\u2019s Market
\nKate Peyton and Bob Hudek
\nRevolution Brewing
\nKaren Reyes
\nLisa Russell
\nSusana Salgado
\nHenrietta Saunders*
\nDavid and Michelle Schumer
\nKrista Scott and Mike Stemle
\nRegina Simms
\nJoanna Smith-Ramani*
\nSpringhill Suites by Marriott Chicago Chinatown<\/p>\n

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Thursday, June 4, 2026<\/strong>
5:00pm Doors Open
5:30pm Buffet Opens
6:30pm Short Program & Dancing
8:30pm Event Ends<\/p>\n

Garfield Park Conservatory<\/strong>
300 N Central Park Ave
Chicago, Illinois<\/p>\n

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Since 1995, COFI’s family-focused organizing model, The COFI Way<\/em><\/a><\/span>, has trained thousands of parents to be powerful leaders. We’ve heard incredible stories about the impact of COFI and our training on individuals, families, communities, and policies and systems. We aim to highlight a few of those stories throughout our anniversary year. Check back here for updates!\u00a0<\/p>\n

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Nelly<\/h2>\n

\u201cBeing a mother doesn\u2019t come with a manual, but COFI is like a manual, and they help you grow and lead.\u201d<\/em><\/h3>\n
How Nelly embraced her leadership with COFI<\/h5>\n

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Gloria<\/h2>\n

\u201cWe don\u2019t stop until we figure it out.\u201d<\/em><\/h3>\n
Gloria says she wouldn’t be the leader she is now without COFI<\/h5>\n

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Do\u00f1a Mari<\/h2>\n

\u201cWe will triumph and succeed in what we are asking for when we organize together.\u201d<\/em><\/h3>\n
How one mother paved her own path with COFI<\/h5>\n

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Please consider making a one-time or monthly donation to sustain our work today. COFI is a grassroots nonprofit and every gift helps develop parent leaders who are taking action and winning critical victories for families.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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