Designs for Dignity Hosts Spirit of Design

Spirit of Design attendees included Jackie Slaats, Mary Pat Wallace, and Mary Jo Fasan .

By Megan McKinney

Designs for Dignity hosted the 23rd Annual Spirit of Design benefit at Theater on the Lake on May 17. More than 425 event attendees gathered for a delightful evening of craft cocktails, delicious fare, a live auction, raffle prizes and lively entertainment.

James Dolenc with Designs for Dignity co-chair Michael Abrams

Co-chaired by Michael Abrams of Michael Abrams Interiors and Nicholas Moriarty of Nicholas Moriarty Interiors, the event raised more than $205,000. Proceeds from the evening directly benefit Chicagoland nonprofit organizations through the remodeling and revitalization of their spaces.

Co-chair Nicholas Moriarty, Claire Tulloch, Josh Grabowski and Beth Debonis