Howard Brown's Annual Gala: Bertha's Ball

Howard Brown Health Center invites you to a dazzling dinner and dance at the celebrated Palmer House Hilton, the nation’s oldest hotel in continual operation, and one of the world’s last remaining Grand Hotels. Bertha’s Ball—named in honor of Chicago’s grande dame of philanthropy, Bertha Honoré Palmer—benefits Howard Brown Health Center, one of the nation’s largest lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender health centers. During this time of economic struggle, Howard Brown is pleased to announce that the entire cost of this year's Gala, Bertha's Ball, will be generously underwritten by the Palmer House Hilton. This unprecedented opportunity allows Howard Brown, which is celebrating its 35th year of service to the LGBT community, to commit 100% of funds raised to the delivery of life-saving and preventative care for more than 28,000 individuals a year. Presented by the Palmer House Hilton, Harris Bank, and Walgreens, Bertha’s Ball will feature a sponsor reception, silent auction, gourmet food and more!

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