The Board of Directors of the Judd Goldman Adaptive Sailing Foundation cordially invites you to the 34th Annual Independence Gala held Friday, July 26, 2024, at 6:30pm. Join us at Galleria Marchetti for cocktails, candlelight dinner, raffle, live and silent auction.
Our Master of Ceremonies will be LeeAnn Trotter, NBC 5 Chicago Feature Reporter, along with guest speaker 5-Time Rolex Yachtswomen of the Year, Former U.S. Paralympic Head Sailing Coach Betsy Alison. Cocktail attire is requested. Complimentary valet parking is available.
The Judd Goldman Foundation supports a learn-to-sail program for the disabled and an inner-city program for youth, providing a way to gain new skills, overcome obstacles and achieve self-esteem and independence.
The Foundation is proud to have as our honored Gala guests the Independence Cup/U.S. Para Sailing Championship sailors competing this weekend for the U.S. championship for sailors with disabilities.
