Please join Marshmallow Moon for an Ocean-Themed Meditation & Healing Sound Bath in Elgin, IL at The Haight on April 14, 2026 with $5 from every ticket supporting PADS of Elgin.
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6/7/26 A Garden Party
Join us for our first-ever Garden Party on June 7th at Gather. You will enjoy a gourmet brunch, hear an update from Executive Director, Katie Shaw Thompson, and have the opportunity to win raffle prizes and purchase art from local Elgin-area artists.
5/31/26 Elgin Fox Trot
PADS of Elgin is honored to have been selected as the 10th Charity Partner for the iconic Elgin Fox Trot on May 31st. If you have supported PADS by running in the Home Run 5K, please consider signing up for this race (same course).
9/17/25 – Grand Reopening
This Grand Reopening represents more than just a building renovation—it symbolizes our ongoing commitment to better serve those in need throughout our community. We’re honored to partner with both the Elgin Area Chamber of Commerce and the Northern Kane County Chamber of Commerce for an official Ribbon Cutting Ceremony that will mark this significant moment in our organization’s history.
2/22/25 – Stars Dance Winter Harvest
PADS of Elgin’s annual Winter Harvest for the Homeless will be held at the Seville in Streamwood on Saturday, February 22, 2025.
4/26/2025 – The Home Run 5K
PADS of Elgin will be hosting its 2nd annual 5K & 1-mile kids’ race. Join us for this awesome race and post-event party! More details to come.
6/6/2025 Par Tee Fore PADS
Par Tee Fore PADS will return to Whisper Creek Golf Club in 2025. We hope you can join us for a day filled with fun, sun, and raising awareness and funds for PADS of Elgin.
9/10/26 – Hops for Homes Oktoberfest
PADS of Elgin is excited to host its fourth annual Hops for Homes Oktoberfest. Enjoy 20+ craft brew samples from a variety of different local microbreweries.
9/18/2025 – Hops for Homes OktoberFest
PADS of Elgin is excited to host its second annual Hops for Homes Oktoberfest. Enjoy 20+ craft brew samples from a variety of different local microbreweries as well as delicious German food.
10/10/2025 Doc Diamond Concert to Benefit PADS of Elgin
Join us for an unforgettable evening of your favorite Neil Diamond tunes performed by the incomparable Jeff “Doc Diamond” Silberfine. 100% of proceeds from Doc Diamond’s performance will be donated to PADS of Elgin.