“It is my privilege to use my mind, heart, and time to make my class safe and productive for learning. I do everything I can to help [my students] prepare to create their own future. I hope that they are as fulfilled with what they choose and I am being a teacher.”
Miriam Schuman, Special Education Teacher, Northwood Middle School

In 2010, the Highland Park Community Foundation established the HPCF Golden Apple Award to recognize outstanding teachers in the Highland Park School systems. Under the leadership of former Chairman, Board member, and Advisory Board member Andy Livingston, the award became a signature program of the Foundation.

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We are proud to welcome Shellé Jewelers as our 10th Corporate Champion. The relationship between the HPCF and local businesses has been an essential component of the work we accomplish each year, and our new partnership with Shellé Jewelers brings additional and exciting opportunities for the coming years.

Shellé Jewelers is a third-generation family-owned business with an impactful presence in the North Shore area. Since its inception, Shellé Jewelers has been committed to the giving spirit through fundraisers and donations that support local organizations. By becoming a HPCF Corporate Champion, Shellé Jewelers has extended its philanthropic hand to directly benefit the Highland Park/Highwood community.

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September 29, 2023
6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Binny’s Beverage Depot, Highland Park

Incredible Food & Drink Provided by Wonderful Local Restaurants

28 Mile Distilling, Backyard Grill, BellaRu Catering, Bent Fork Catering, Binny’s Beverage Depot, Bluegrass, Carol’s Cookies, The Chunky Scone, The Claim Company, Donã Paty’s Restaurant, Long Grove Confectionery Co., Maria’s Italian Bakery & Caffe, Michael’s Grill & Salad Bar, Once Upon a Bagel, Tamales…A Mexican Joint, Viaggio Highland Park

Festive Community Celebration

Exciting Raffle Prizes

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We are Honored to Introduce ASHLEY KELLY and CERE WOODS, New Members of HPCF’s Governing Board of Directors!

Raised in Highland Park, Ashley has always been a strong advocate for community and helping neighbors.

Cere and her husband, Tom, chose to put down their roots in Highland Park in 2020. They and their two children love living here and being part of this vibrant community!

We Proudly Recognize KATERINA SHUTMAN, Recipient of the 2024 HPCF Personal Achievement Award!

Each year we recognize a graduating Highland Park High School senior with the HPCF Personal Achievement Award. The award honors a student who perseveres despite obstacles or a disability, works hard, serves as a positive influence, and thrives in the school environment. This year’s recipient, Katerina Shutman, possesses each of these qualities and more!

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Our Fingers are Crossed…
Please Keep Yours Crossed, too!

When restrictions on indoor gatherings lifted, we felt great about our decision to proceed with our annual Gather for Good event. The Delta variant has thrown us all a curveball, but we are optimistic that we will be able to move forward with our plans.

We hope you share our optimism and are planning to join us as we resume our tradition of gathering to benefit the Highland Park and Highwood community!

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In 2018, the Highland Park Community Foundation, through discussions with Highland Park High School staff, established the Personal Achievement Award to expand opportunities for students who demonstrate perseverance toward personal goals when faced with obstacles or other challenges. Among other things, the award recognizes a student who:

• Demonstrates a genuine commitment to succeed despite obstacles or personal challenges;
• Sets personal goals and challenges him/herself to achieve them;
• Thrives in the school environment;
• Works hard and is a positive influence; and
• Shows appreciation for the help he/she receives.

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2022 will forever be remembered as the year of the horrific July 4th mass shooting. With that, we will always remember the lives lost, those who sustained physical and non-physical injuries, and how the shooting impacted our entire community. We will also always remember the bravery of the first responders and the City’s incredible leadership in the days, weeks, and months after the event; how neighbors looked out for and helped each other; the children’s lemonade stands and the jewelry beaded and sold; the donations we received from individuals and businesses near and far and the countless fundraisers that raised money to help victims, their families, and the organizations assisting our community. We will forever be grateful for the monetary and emotional support they provided to bring comfort and help to those most in need.

We will also always be grateful to live in a community where so many organizations stepped up to help children and adults who had been at the parade and others who needed support after the shooting.

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September 29, 2023
6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Binny’s Beverage Depot, Highland Park

Incredible Raffle Prizes

Lester Lampert Fine Jewelry Gift Card. Value $1,000

Gathered Goods Seven Bundled Packages. Value over $1,000 (each package)

• Includes prizes from ABC Design Jewelers, Abt Electronics, Academic Tutoring Centers, Babydreams, BBQ Pit, Citywoods, Country Kitchen, Courtyard Chicago Highland Park/Northbrook, Dana Reed Designs, Deerfield Park District, Elite Sports Therapy and Wellness, Floral Gardens, Gerber Collision, Goodies, Half Day Brewery, Highland Park Physical Medicine, HP Tops, Jeweled Elephant, Kendra Scott, Long Grove Confectionery Co., Luna Rosa Wine Shop, Midtown Chicago, Norton’s Restaurant, Park District of Highland Park, Professional Artist Jonathan Plotkin, PRP Wine International, Rootz, Ross’s, Salon Lofts, Schneider Deli, Stretchwerks, Style Shack, Sunflower, T & T Nails, Taylor Reese Salons, Vous Vitamins

Ravinia Festival Lawn Tickets for 10 and 3 Priority Parking Passes. Value $650

Razny Jewelers Gift Card. Value $500

Aged Red Wine – 2 Mixed Cases. Value $982

Chicago Bears, White Sox, CSO tickets, and more!

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Through the generosity of donors to HPCF’s Recovery Fund, we recently distributed $127,500 to support the work of 11 organizations that are addressing ongoing needs for mental health and other services resulting from the Highland Park shooting.

We are fortunate to have so many nonprofits and professionals, including members of the City of Highland Park’s Resiliency Division, in our midst that residents can turn to for help. As noted in the June/July City of Highland Park Highlander, “If you or someone you may know has been impacted by the Highland Park shooting, the City of Highland Park Resiliency Division can assist you in accessing resources such as specialized mental health providers, peer support groups, as well as connect you with further resources. The Resiliency Division can also provide short-term counseling and case management assistance.” You may also contact any of the organizations listed below for more information about their programs and services.

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