Concert for Will’s Place
There are some experiences that remind you just how powerful community can be. The Concert for Will’s Place was one of those experiences.
On July 9th, friends, families, supporters, and community partners gathered at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts for an unforgettable evening celebrating music, community, and the mission of Will's Place. The Concert for Will's Place brought together an incredible lineup of artists and a room full of people who believe in creating meaningful employment opportunities for adults with disabilities.
Surrounded by friends, neighbors, supporters, and so many people who believe in our mission, we gathered for an evening of incredible music, storytelling, and generosity—all in support of creating meaningful employment opportunities for adults with disabilities.
From the moment the doors opened, the room was filled with joy, laughter, and a shared belief in what we're building together.
We are so grateful to The Empty Pockets for bringing this special evening to life and helping make it such a memorable event.
A heartfelt thank you to the incredible performers who donated their time and talent: Deanna Hallagan, Joanna Connor, Lynne Jordan, Marc Stone, Chad the Bird, and our wonderful host, Steve Cochran. Each of them helped create an unforgettable evening that inspired, entertained, and reminded us why community matters.
The Empty Pockets
Joanna Connor
Marc Stone
Lynne Jordan
Deanna Hallagan
Chad the Bird
Steve Cochran
We also want to thank everyone who attended the concert, placed bids in our silent auction, made a donation, volunteered their time, or simply shared our story with others. Every ticket purchased, every auction bid, every donation, and every conversation helps move our mission forward.
Seeing so many people gather around a shared belief—that that our community has a responsibilty to create spaces where each and every person can find purpose, build friendships and thrive—that is the most magic part of the whole thing. We are so grateful for this community and that it continues to grow along with us.
The Will’s Place crew hit the stage for the final song, to dance and celebrate a successful evening!
We'd also like to extend a special thank you to Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky and Mayor Daniel Biss for joining us and for their continued support of inclusive employment and the Will's Place mission. Having community leaders who champion this work means so much to our team, our employees, and the families we serve.
