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HONORING
Nancy & Timothy Desmond
June 21, 2021 | Twin Orchard Country Club
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Your presence and support today provides meaningful programs and services
to hundreds of children and adults with autism and other intellectual and
developmental disabilities.
10:00 AM: Registration & Brunch
12:00 PM: Golf: Shotgun Start
5:00 PM: Cocktails & hors d’oeuvres
Auctions • Awards
LITTLE CITY 2021 HUMANITARIAN HONOREE
Nancy & Timothy Desmond
EVENT CO-CHAIRS
Monday, June 20, 2022 Steve Kolmin and Clay Wortham
TW IN ORCH A R D C O U N T RY C LUB
Welcome to little city's 58th annual golf classic
Welcome to the 58th annual Little City Invitational! It has been a long and trying road to As Little City is in the final stages of completing the village, more children will be able to
get to this point, but we are so excited to reunite with all of our supporters once again at experience the benefits of this holistic environment because of your support!
this wonderful event.
We are so excited to take a step toward that goal when everyone heads to the course
Whether this is your first time at the LCI or you are a veteran of the event, we are so glad today to enjoy a beautiful day of golf while making a difference. A silent auction, live
you chose to come and support this foundational fundraiser for Little City. Your energy, auction and raffle will give golfers and attendees plenty of fun options to support
presence and passion for our mission has helped us begin a “return to normal” and start Little City while enjoying the gourmet buffet provided by longtime host Twin Orchard
on vital projects for people with developmental disabilities. Country Club.
This year’s event will help raise money for a fifth home in the Duffey Family Children’s This event is only possible because of our incredible supporters, and we are honored
Village. These state-of-the-art homes have already had a life-changing impact on dozens to celebrate one such family by presenting this year’s Humanitarian Award to Nancy
of children. These specially designed homes include communal kitchens, private bedrooms and Timothy Desmond. The Desmonds have been a constant presence during Little
and dynamic sensory rooms that allow children with autism and other disabilities to grow City’s growth over the years, dedicating their time, talent and treasure as tireless
and learn throughout the day at their own pace. volunteers, determined Board members and loving donors. Little City would truly not
be where it is today without their constant efforts.
As we take our first steps toward a post-pandemic reality, your presence here today
reminds us Little City can continue to overcome unprecedented and unexpected
challenges because of the people who believe in what we do.
On behalf of the more than 1,100 people who rely on Little City and the hundreds who
work every day to make our mission matter, thank you for being here today and thank
you for always being there for Little City.
Best of luck on the course!
Shawn E. Jeffers
Executive Director
Lianne Paterson
President of the Board
Steve Kolmin and Clay Wortham
58th Annual LCI Co-Chairs
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2021 humanitarian award Golf classic committee
Nancy & Timothy Desmond Event Co-Chairs: Steve Kolmin and Clay Wortham
Little City is honored and delighted to present Nancy
and Timothy Desmond with the 2021 Humanitarian Event Committee Members:
Award. The award honors individuals who have made Randy Abeles Joe Harig Jeff Krug Jeff Schulz
incredible contributions of time, talent and treasure Robert T. Bernstein Ed Hockfield David Levinson Gary Shutan
to support and empower people with developmental Nancy Desmond Gus Kalpake Marcus Montanye Irwin Steinberg
and intellectual disabilities. Timothy Desmond Ken Kolmin Loree Nardini Darin Wagner
Alex Gianaras Michael Koenigsberger Tim O’Brien Tim Ward
Nancy and Timothy have been lifelong professionals
in the design/construction and artistic worlds,
creating art and developing buildings and have
used that experience and passion to better Little City. Timothy, using his experience in corporate Little City Officers
real estate, played a crucial role in the development of the Duffey Family Children’s Village. President: Lianne Paterson Vice President: Timothy Desmond Assistant Secretary: Gregory Burns
The design, development and construction of these state-of-the-art homes would not have been Past President: Matthew Schubert Treasurer: Jeff Krug Assistant Secretary: Heather Ritter
possible without his knowledge and dedication. The result of his work has and will continue Vice President/Secretary: David Rose Assistant Treasurer: Gil Fergus Executive Director: Shawn Jeffers
to make a life-changing difference in the lives of children with developmental disabilities for Vice President: David Bishop
decades to come. Nancy was instrumental in developing the custom wall tile designs made by
Little City participants that is part of the children’s village homes and the Recreation Center.
Little City Board of Directors
Tim continues his influential work as a member of the Little City Campus Planning Committee
Julie Bell Jennifer Gavelek Candice Kemeny Dale Rublaitus
where he will help develop the future look of Little City.
Eleni Bousis Alex Gianaras Marcus Montanye James Stone
Nancy has also found incredible success on the architectural side of real estate, including running Bill Chepulis Monu Kalsi David Pfau James Testa
her own design firm and art studio. It is her creative eye, networking and drive that has made her John Duffey Amar Kapada Andrew Richmond Chad Werkema
an enthusiastic member of Little City’s Annual Dinner Gala. With Nancy’s contributions, the Gala Rit Faisal
has become Little City’s premier fundraising and networking event. Her decade-plus experience
with hands-on work in various committees for Little City has significantly grown the fundraising
arm of Little City -- both corporate and individually -- to record levels. LCI Under Par Club
Whether it is supporting fundraisers, major capital projects or programs like Special Olympics and Judd Z. Fineberg Leslie Macek Kevin Owens
other recreational services, the Desmond’s have extended their generosity to all those that call Joshua Khoshbin Mike Macek Conor Walsh
Little City home, including their son, Kevin. Their passion and drive to create a better future for all
who step through Little City’s doors will be felt for years to come.
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2021 event spoNsors 2021 event contributors
HOLE SPONSORS: Nancy Desmond Joshua H. Khoshbin Pam Schwerin
Birdie Sponsors Allan Adelson
Alliant
Donna De St Aubin
Jerry Donlon
Zak Khoshbin
Steve King
Lee Schwerin
Jill Schwieterman
Nancy & Timothy John & Becky Duffey TTSG Lisa Becker Cara Dorn Michael F. Koenigsberger
Kenneth G. Kolmin
Gary Shutan
Chase Smerdzinski
CDW Deanna Doyle
Desmond Construction Analysts Inc. Jayne Drew Steve Kolmin Gavin Speirs
Dugan & Lopatka Ellen Duff Richard A. Lehner Irwin Steinberg
The Grabill Family Shiela Duggan Arlene Levin John K. Stevens
Par Sponsors The Hartford Rob Falconer David Levinson Valarie Vaughan
Randy and Carol Long Adrienne Figur Steven Lickus Gregory Walker
Abt Electronics The Daily Herald McHugh Construction Robert Half Management Pam Fitzell Beth Linnen Tim Ward
Resources
Media Group Steve Fitzell Hani Masood Ross Wiemer
Barbara & Steve Mutual of America Turner Construction Matt Flesch Dave Maxwell Hal R. Wolken
Anderson Fogelson Family Foundation Hal R. Wolken Jerrold H. Frumm Marcus Montanye Clay Wortham
Performance Wealth Alex Gianaras Chad Munz Robert Young
Barbara Bradford and “Friends of Partners INDIVIDUAL CONTRIBUTORS: The Grabill Family Loree Nardini
Bob Sherman Kevin Desmond” Randy Abeles Tom Graziano Mary Novak GROUP PARTNERS:
Project Management Michael Abt Anonymous Andy Oleszczuk Abt Electronics
BMO Harris Bank Alec K. & Viena P. Advisors Joe Adams Paul Green Mary O’Sullivan American Needle
Gianaras Foundation John Antall Michael Greffly Stephen D. O’Sullivan The Audi Exchange
CDW RSM US Don Bailey Ron Griggs Kevin Owens Chicago Bears
Hockfield/Rose Families Lee Benish Bob Gross Tom Pado CCMA
CIBC Bank USA Wintrust Rob Bernstein Thomas Guzi Nancy Paridy The Drake Hotel
J. Krug & Associates David Bishop Lee Hamilton Justin Pennino Dunes Club
Wipfli Beth Brockway Alex Praeger Ernst & Young LLP
Jeff H. Heise
Paul Brune Jeffrey Heksh Marge and Todd Richmond Housh Construction
Richard Cagney Andrea Higgins Jeff Riemer JaMar Packaging
Jonathan Center
Golf Ball Sponsor Golf Hat Sponsor Kevin Chadwell
David L. Hoffman
Gail Hulse
Heather J. Ritter
Judy Rosenberg
Laner Muchin
Proven IT
Bill Chepulis Jen Hummel William Ryan RSM US
Wipfli LLP CIBC Bank USA Nicholas Clayton Brian Jack John Sadofsky SpiroLink
Cyndi Cooper Christine Jack Daniel E. Salazar Twin Orchard
Corrine Cozlak Josh Janus Matt Sautter Country Club
Golf Cart Sponsor Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Damario Melina Jenkins Philip Sawa Wortham LLP
Susan and Dan Collins Erik Johnson Joel Schaub Zurich
Zoom Crew for Kevin Tory Cosich Gregory Kernasovsky Matt Schubert
Timothy F. Cummins Housh Khoshbin Jeff Schultz As of June 8, 2021
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2021 FuNd a Need special reserve
The Duffey Family Children’s Village—Home #5 live auction
Little City marked a monumental milestone in 2015 when the first homes in the Duffey Family
Children’s Village opened its doors. 2021 RSM Classic Experience Package
Over the course of the past five years, the Village has proven to be a transformational space November 14-16, 2021
for children with autism and other developmental disabilities. The therapeutic and sensory-rich This once in a lifetime, special reserve package includes:
environment has produced successful and important outcomes in the first four homes of the
Children’s Village.
• Coach airfare for one to Sea Island, GA area
Throughout the past six years, lessons were learned and each home has improved to meet the
• Two night stay* at Sea Island Resort for one person. Arriving
changing needs of the children who live there. Now, Little City is in the final stages of completing
on Sunday, Nov. 14th and departing on Tuesday, Nov. 16th
the village, and more children will be able to experience the benefits of this holistic environment.
• Invitation to attend the Monday Pro-Am Draw Party on
Your support today will help Little City complete the village, and the children who Sunday night
live there will have the opportunity to reach their fullest potential in this state-of-
the-art environment! • Opportunity for one person to play in the RSM Classic Monday Pro-Am on Nov. 15th with a PGA
Tour Professional
• Opportunity to attend the official RSM reception on
Monday night
• Opportunity to
participate in an
optional golf outing
held on Tuesday
morning
*One hotel room included in the package
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W elcom e to th e 2021 live auction
LA1 Shop ‘Till You Drop: Abt Gift Card LA3 The Golf Trifecta
This incredible golf package includes rounds of golf at
Treat yourself to a shopping spree with this $2,500 three championship private golf clubs in Chicagoland.
Abt Gift card. Abt is the largest independent,
single-location retailer of appliances, electronics, Chicago Golf Club: A threesome for golf at the
and home goods sold at their 450,000 square foot beautiful Chicago Golf Club in Wheaton. You will join
facility in Glenview, IL. club member, Jeff Heise, for golf, lunch and after round
cocktails. *Golf date to be mutually agreed upon by
donor and winning bidder.
The Dunes Club: You and three friends will enjoy a
round of golf at the beautiful Dunes Club in New Buffalo, Michigan. Caddies required, caddie
rate $80 plus tip. *Golf certificate good Monday through Thursday except July and August.
Caddie fee and lunch NOT included.
Medinah Country Club: A day for three at Medinah Country Club with host, Marcus Montanye.
This package will include lunch, golf with caddies on the Championship Course (Medinah
LA2 Peloton: The Best Cardio Machine on the Planet Course #3) and drinks to conclude the day. *Golf date will be mutually agreed upon with
donor and winning bidder.
Work toward your best health with thousands of
classes across a variety of disciplines Get the LA4 2021 RSM Classic Experience Package
workout you want on your schedule. *All access
membership not included.
You will enjoy an unforgettable golf experience,
starting with roundtrip coach airfare to Sea Island,
Georgia and the ultimate golf experience
.
See page 11 for full details!
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Congratulations Little City!
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Thank you for over 61 years of providing enriching and life
changing programs and services for childrenT H and adults with
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Nancy and timothy autism and other intellectual and developmental disabilities.
desmond We are proud to support you!
Nancy and Timothy Desmond
for your unwavering support and
Nancy and Timothy would also like to thank all the generous donors who support
dedication to Little City’s mission! Little City’s mission. Thank you to Clay Wortham, Steve Kolmin, Shawn Jeffers,
Jayne Drew, Jane Danley Cruz and Nancy Young for all their hard work to make
this event successful. Special thanks to the “Friends of Kevin Desmond”:
Al and Linda Adelson David Hoffman and Ruth Performance Wealth Advisors
Anonymous Callahan Project Management Advisors
Lee and Kathy Benish Gail Hulse Jeff and Melissa Riemer
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Meg Cagney Patty Kadison Tom Salvino
Art and Debbie Clamage Steve and Christy King Kathy Sawa
Nick Clayton Richard and Grace Lehner Lee and Pam Schwerin
Clune Construction Co. Beth Linnen Richard Sindelar
Tom and Sue DaMario Randy and Carol Long Mike and Laur Szkatulski
Jim Donovan & Patricia Mike Meagher Kathy and Larry Tarkington
O’Donnell McHugh Construction Mike Tracy
Steve and Pam Fitzell Company
Jeff Turner
Jerry Fogelson Mrs. Michael (Mary) Novak
Turner Construction
Rob Falconer Andy Oleszczuk Management Co.
Vince Gutenkast Donna Orf Rob Young
Bob Gross Mary O’Sullivan Jeff Zahorak
Lee Hamilton & Tom Pado Nancy Paridy Frank and Tina Ziegler
Little City extends it’s heartfelt gratitude to the
Chicago Club Manager’s Foundation for their continued
generosity and investment in empowering individuals
with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Upcoming eVents
2ND ANNUAL LITTLE CITY HERO WALK
Saturday, October 2, 2021 | Busse Woods | Elk Grove Village, IL
Mark your calendars as we gather at Busse Woods for a celebratory walk. Every step you take
will help empower Little City participants, so create a team, encourage your friends and family
to join you, and start raising money for children and adults in need!
www.littlecity.org/herowalk
POKER TOURNAMENT & CASINO NIGHT N I G H T 2021
Friday, October 22, 2021 | Chicago Sports Museum | Water Tower Place
Save the date for our next Poker Tournament & Casino Night! Hosted at the Chicago Sports
Museum in the Water Tower Place on North Michigan Avenue, it’ll be an exciting night filled
with Texas Hold ‘Em and casino games with incredible prizes at stake!
FRIDAY, OCT. 22, 2021
www.littlecity.org/poker
CHICAGO SPORTS MUSEUM
2022 ANNUAL DINNER GALA LITTLECITY.ORG/POKER
Saturday, May 14, 2022 | The Drake | Chicago, IL Poker Buy-In: $250 Casino Buy-In: $150
Little City’s next in-person Annual Dinner Gala will be celebrating and supporting the dreams
of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Details and registration info to
come at www.littlecity.org/gala
59TH ANNUAL LITTLE CITY INVITATIONAL GOLF CLASSIC
Monday, June 20, 2022 | Twin Orchard Country Club | Long Grove, IL
SAVE THE DATE! You are invited to the most prominent and longest running charity golf invitational
in the Greater Chicagoland Area.CREATING HOPE. CHANGING LIVES. CHALLENGING ALL LIMITS.
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