Events

Evergreen: The Gala for The Morton Arboretum

Support the Arboretum’s vision for a greener, healthier, more beautiful world where people and trees thrive together.

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Growing Globally

The annual fundraising event, Evergreen: The Gala for The Morton Arboretum, supports the institution’s vision of a greener, healthier, more beautiful world where people and trees thrive together.

The Morton Arboretum works with partners across the globe to plant and protect trees in their native habitats, leading essential efforts to prevent extinction, and safeguard the world’s most vulnerable tree species.

Learn more about how you can support this important fundraiser by contacting the Donor Relations team or calling 630-725-2177.

Thank you to those who supported the 2024 Evergreen Gala, which raised more than $750,000 for the Arboretum’s mission. View event photos on Facebook.

2025 Host Committee

Kelly and Pat Basu

Barbara Bradford and Bob Sherman

Jan and Jim Dondlinger

Asheesh Goel and Shmaila Tahir

Monica and Andy Johnson

Sara and Willson Rasavongxay

Amy and Joe Weidenbach

Sponsors

Tickets

Tickets for the 2025 Evergreen Gala are now closed. Please consider supporting the event with a donation.

Raffle

Raffle tickets are now closed. Thank you for your support.

Raffle Prizes

Sapphire Earrings

These oval hoops feature 1.28 carats of vivid blue sapphires set in 18 karat white gold. Courtesy of A. Marek Fine Jewelry. Value: $2,700.

Catered Dinner for Ten

A private, catered three-course dinner for ten guests at the winner’s home, including wine, beer, coffee service, linen, and all table settings. Courtesy of Limelight Catering. Value: $4,999.

Tribute Tree

A magnificent tribute tree located within the landscapes of the Arboretum. Value: $2,500.

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