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A MESSAGE

FROM THE CEO

Dear Friends,
Welcome to the annual Marillac Saint Vincent’s (MSV)
Lumière Gala. Tonight, we gather to celebrate the
power of community and the hope, opportunity,
and transformation it brings to the individuals and
families we serve.

This past year has been one of bold momentum
for MSV. As we continue to bring our strategic vision to life, we are deepening
our reach and our impact across early childhood education, youth development,
older adult services, and beyond. At the center of this work is our vision for the
Community Hub in East Garfield Park, where individuals and families will find not
only support, but opportunity, dignity, and a pathway to thrive. Together, we are not
only responding to needs, we are helping disrupt the cycle of poverty and build a
stronger, more vibrant future.

Tonight, we are proud to recognize extraordinary partners whose leadership and
commitment help make this vision possible. We are honored to present the Luminary
Award to KPMG for their deep and enduring partnership, and the Sister Katie Norris
Visionary Award to our Marillac Saint Vincent Alumni, whose stories so powerfully
reflect the lasting impact of this mission and the spirit of Sister Katie’s legacy.
As we look ahead, I am filled with both gratitude and anticipation, gratitude
for each of you who stand with us as donors, sponsors, and champions of this work,
and anticipation for what we will accomplish together in the years to come. Your
belief in this mission fuels everything we do. It reminds us that when a community
comes together with purpose, there is truly no limit to what is possible.

Thank you for being here tonight, and for being an essential part of this journey.

With deep gratitude,
Michael Chitwood
Chair Executive Officer

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