Interiors-focused nonprofit Designs for Dignity celebrated its 23rd annual Spirit of Design fundraiser with a lively soiree at Theater on the Lake.

More than 400 guests gathered at the event, including co-hosts Michael Abrams and Nicholas Moriarty, Designs for Dignity CEO Jennifer Sobecki and Designs for Dignity project manager Edwin Hanlon. Highlights included a raffle with prizes including framing services from Peterson Picture Company and a stay in Pinehurst, N.C.

The event raised more than $200,000, which supports local nonprofit organizations, including CASA Lake County and Chicago Lighthouse, by renovating and revitalizing their spaces, and providing design services and furnishing donations to outfit their spaces.

James Dolenc and Michael Abrams PHOTO BY FRANCIS SON PHOTOGRAPHY
James Dolenc and Michael Abrams

Jordan Schmieding, Sevak Alaverdyan, Emily Van Tassel and Kamila Pasko PHOTO BY FRANCIS SON PHOTOGRAPHY
Jordan Schmieding, Sevak Alaverdyan, Emily Van Tassel and Kamila Pasko

Jackie Slaats, Mary Pat Wallace and Mary Jo Fasan PHOTO BY FRANCIS SON PHOTOGRAPHY
Jackie Slaats, Mary Pat Wallace and Mary Jo Fasan

Janeallison Ng, Gail Wozniak and Jennifer Sobecki PHOTO BY FRANCIS SON PHOTOGRAPHY
Janeallison Ng, Gail Wozniak and Jennifer Sobecki

Nicholas Moriarty, Claire Tulloch, Josh Grabowski, Beth DeBonis PHOTO BY FRANCIS SON PHOTOGRAPHY
Nicholas Moriarty, Claire Tulloch, Josh Grabowski, Beth DeBonis