Kankakee Events
Kankakee & Birchwood Apartments Banquet Celebration 2026
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2026
We look forward to seeing you there!
Location
Olivet Nazarene University – Chalfant Hall
1 University Ave. Bourbonnais, IL 60914
Keynote Speaker — Sierra McLeod
Sierra McLeod, a mother of four, was in the
middle of a divorce when she was faced with her
first unplanned pregnancy. Convincing herself
her only option was to have an abortion, she
found herself inside of a Planned Parenthood,
taking the first abortion pill. Immediately
regretting her decision, she begged God to spare
her child. She found hope through Abortion Pill
Reversal and gave birth to a healthy baby girl in
2023. Today, Sierra speaks across the country,
inspiring women with a message of hope,
compassion, and second chances.
2026 Banquet Opportunities
There are several opportunities to get involved with this year’s banquet!
Sponsor a Table
Table Sponsors, like our Underwriters, contribute in advance to cover event expenses and help us reach our fundraising goal. This enables all of the donations and pledges given the night of the celebration to go directly towards the operating expenses of this ministry over the next year. To show our appreciation, Table Sponsors will receive an invitation to a VIP event before the celebration, a premium table with 10 seats reserved for you and your guests, and be listed as sponsors during the evening. Responses must be received via mail or email no later than August 23rd to be included in the program.
Host a Table
Do you have a passion for hosting and building connections with people? Hosts serve the vital role of introducing people to the Pregnancy Resource Center by inviting them to attend the banquet as guests and filling a table of 10 seats. Many people are introduced to the ministry through these invitations.
Will you partner with us this year? Your investment will ensure the success of the mission and future of Living Alternatives. Use the link below for more information or to register as a Table Sponsor or Host. If you have any additional questions, please get in touch with us at [email protected].
Thank you to our Event Sponsors!
Underwriters
Richard & Cathy Allers
ByPak, Inc.
Jill Eaton
Gary & Marcia Eckstein
Glade Plumbing & Piping Co.
Grace Baptist Church
JD Tree Trimming & Removal
Judy Koerner
David & Bonnie Kuiken
Robert & Vicki McBurnie
Daniel & Christina Morse
David & Kathy Nelson
Peoples Church
Kevin & Judy Sims
VanTil Chiropractic
Table Sponsors
Assumption Blessed Virgin Mary Ashkum CCW
Stephen Blanchette
Cece’s Girls
Dave & Cindy Dersien
Immanuel Baptist Church
Edward Jones
Kankakee County Breastfeeding Coalition
Mark & Sharon Moore
Open Bible Center
Real Life Church
Redd Remedies
River Valley Christian Fellowship
Lisa Sanford
Larry & Mary Self
Paula Simmons
Testerman & Associates
Rachel & Kenneth Taube
Unfading Beauty by Julia
Zion Lutheran Church – Grant Park