Champions for Children

Join Eluna for our annual fundraiser that brings
our community together.

Apr24

Champions for Children 2026

Champions for Children is crucial to raising much-needed funds that allow Eluna to provide its programs at no cost to families. Every year we gather to honor corporate and community leaders and celebrate the incredible children, teens, and families we serve who have been impacted by grief or addiction.

Fitler Club, 24 S. 24th St., Philadelphia, PA 19103

April 24, 2026 | 5:30pm - 9:30pm ET

ABOUT THE EVENT

Champions for Children is our primary fundraising event that celebrates our incredible community and individuals making positive impacts in their fields. Join us for a special evening of fundraising and fun to secure the future of camps, community, and connections. The event will feature VIP and cocktail receptions, a special program highlighting Eluna’s impact, auction items and a raise the paddle—along with many special guests and honorees!

Dress is cocktail attire. All funds raised through Champions for Children will support our free programs, including Camp Erin, Camp Mariposa, and the Eluna Resource Center.

Espy and David Neu
Pearl Servat and Koti Vadlamudi

Alexa Colletti, Bittenbender Construction
Angela Vacante, Bittenbender Construction
Courtney Loftus, NY Langone Medical Center
Fred Taffer, Tonbo Promotions
Heather McPartland, Volunteer Ambassador
Katrina Keating Ernst, Camino Farms
Mary Hui, The Cigna Group
Sarah Clark, Petal and Bloom Custom Florals
Sheila Turner-Hilliard, Former Eluna Board Chair/Advisor
Sylvia A. Krainin, QPWB

WHAT AWAITS YOU

Be a Champion for Children at Eluna’s Biggest Night of the Year!

Join Us in Making a Difference

Be part of something important and help us keep our programming free to youth and families, including Camp Erin, Camp Mariposa, and the Eluna Resource Center.

Have an Unforgettable Night

Enjoy a gala-style event with networking, dinner, and a program that includes heartwarming award presentations from campers and their families, a silent auction, and much more!

Help Raise Awareness

Millions of children, teens, and families face grief and the impact of addiction every year. Ensure support is always available.

Meet Special Guests

Get to know local heroes and inspiring individuals who champion Eluna's cause. (Past events have featured celebrities and sports icons!)

How to Support

If you would like to be involved with this year’s event, consider the needed options below!

Volunteer

Help is always needed at Champions for Children! Join Eluna’s Benefit Committee to help with planning, marketing, and/or fundraising, or join us the day of the event to help set up and assist guests.

Make a Donation

If you’re unable to attend but you would still like to support the event, please consider a donation to support children and families we serve.

Donate an Auction Item

Help expand the Champions for Children Silent Auction. Each year, the auction features sports memorabilia, fine dining experiences, and fun excursions. All funds raised are invested in our grief support and addiction prevention and mentoring programs.

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