Celebration Gala & Film Premiere
Celebrating 80 Years | 1946–2026
Sunday, January 25, 2026
Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk
Join us for an evening honoring 80 years of transformation through Covenant World Relief and Development. We’ll honor the past, celebrate transformation, hear powerful stories, and envision a hopeful future together.
Evening Schedule
5:30 PM – Doors & Art Gallery Open
6:30 PM – Dinner Served & Program Begins
8:00 PM – Documentary Film Premiere
9:00 PM – Program Concludes
Semi-formal or festive attire is recommended.
Host a Table
Invite your friends, family, or church members to join you in the celebration. Each table seats eight people, and the host will manage the invitations within one registration.
Become a Sponsor
Documentary
For a sneak peek of the documentary, watch the short film above—an inspiring look at lives renewed in West Pokot, Kenya, through our partnership with Jitokeze. Download and share the video—with subtitles or without.
Art Exhibit
Thank you to all the artists who have contributed artwork for the special anniversary exhibit celebrating eight decades of global impact through Covenant World Relief and Development (CWRD). We are deeply grateful for your creativity, passion, and partnership! We can’t wait to feature the powerful pieces we’ve received in our online gallery and at the anniversary gala in Chicago on January 25, 2026.
If you still hope to submit a piece, please contact our team at cwrd@covchurch.org as soon as possible for guidance on how to participate. Amateur artists are always welcome. All contributed artwork will also be available for purchase, with proceeds supporting CWRD’s ongoing ministry around the world.
Sponsors
We are grateful to the following gala sponsors for partnering with us to celebrate 80 years of God’s faithfulness through Covenant World Relief and Development. Their generosity helps us honor the past, celebrate the present, and further the justice movement for generations to come. For more information on sponsorship, click here.
