Builders Day Celebration

18th Annual Builders Day Celebration

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A Brunch Celebrating The Builders Among Us

Join Taller de José for our 18th Annual Builders Day Celebration—a Sunday Brunch to celebrate those who shape our community with care and compassion. This special day honors those who live out our mission of
accompaniment: walking alongside others with compassion, presence, and unwavering hope.

Why We Celebrate

Builders Day is named in honor of St. Joseph, who—through humble craftsmanship and quiet strength—built more than homes; he built hope. In that spirit, we gather each year to recognize those who help build stronger, more connected communities.

As we continue to walk with our Chicago neighbors through legal, housing, medical, and social challenges, we pause on this day to reflect, celebrate, and give thanks for the many hands and hearts who make our work possible.

18th Annual Builders Day Honorees

We are proud to present three awards each year that reflect the values at the heart of Taller de José.

Builder Award

In honor of St. Joseph, recognizing individuals who courageously build relationships, community, and a future filled with hope

Accompaniment Award

Celebrating an organization who shapes our community through deep care, presence, and partnership

Companion Award

Honoring an individual or organization that has journeyed closely with us in mission and spirit

Event details

Event time : 11:30 am - 3:30 pm

Event date : April 25, 2027

Phone number : 773-523-8320

Location : Crystal Sky Banquets

Ways to Get Involved

2027 In-Kind Donors

Become a Sponsor!

We invite you to support our mission of accompaniment by becoming a sponsor of our 18th Annual Builders Day Celebration. This annual event brings together 200 plus old and new friends to raise much-needed funds to support TDJ’s work. Each sponsorship includes event tickets and marketing opportunities. There are three ways to secure your sponsorship:

Download and complete this form: BD26 Sponsorship Levels and mail it to TDJ along with your check.
Email completed form to events@tallerdejose.org, and we will invoice you.
Or you can visit our online giving page where you can select your sponsorship and pay online.

Dates to consider:

December 31, 2026 – priority deadline to ensure maximum exposure in pre-marketing opportunities, including the invitation.
March 31, 2027 – all sponsorships must be secured.

Questions?

Builder Awardee:

2026 – Luis Gutierrez, Founder and CEO, Latinos Progresando
2025 – Dr. Patrick M. Green, Executive Director, CELTS at Loyola University

Accompaniment Awardees:

2026 – Ignatian Volunteer Corps
2025 – Kolbe House Jail Ministry of the Archdiocese of Chicago
2024 – Brighton Park Neighborhood Council
2023 – The Quinn Center of St. Eulalia
2022 – CARPLS
2021 – Esperanza Health Centers
2020 – The Shrine of Our Lady of Pompeii
2019 – Founders Honored
2018 – Latinos Progresando
2017 – St. Agnes of Bohemia Parish
2016 – Sarah’s Inn

Companion Awardees:

2026 – Ms. Anna Sandoval
2025 – Ms. Liz Figueroa-Serrano
2024 – Mrs. Ana Mayer Diaz
2023 – Mr. David Komaniecki
2022 – Sr. Janet Fleischhacker, CSJ
2021 – Mrs. Joan Stopka
2020 – Sr. Betty Smigla, SP
2019 – TDJ Founders: Sr. Kathy Brazda, CSJ, Sr. Carol Crepeau, CSJ, Archbishop Robert Casey.
2018 – Ms. Lisa Hyatt
2017 – Sr. Theresa Gleeson
2016 – Ms. Patricia Mayer
2015 – Amate House
2014 – Ms. Joaquin Cambray
2013 – Dr. Arshiya Baig, MD
2012- Ms. Linda Rangel-Campos, Esq