CTCorps Hosts Elegant Black & White Gala to Support Therapy Dog Programs in Chicago

On Saturday, March 1, 2025, Canine Therapy Corps hosted its annual Black & White Gala at Galleria Marchetti in Chicago, welcoming supporters from across the city for a night of celebration, generosity, and heartfelt stories. The event helped raise critical funds to continue CTCorps’ mission of providing goal-directed therapy dog services to individuals recovering from trauma, illness, and hardship.

The evening featured gourmet dining, a silent auction, live music, and moving testimonials from clients and volunteers whose lives have been deeply touched by CTCorps therapy dog programs. Guests dressed in formal black and white attire and were greeted by therapy dogs at the entrance—many of whom are regular “working volunteers” at hospitals, veterans centers, and schools throughout Chicago.

The Mission Behind the Gala

Founded in 1991, Canine Therapy Corps is a volunteer-driven nonprofit that trains and deploys certified therapy dog teams to serve the emotional, psychological, and physical needs of people undergoing intensive recovery. Whether assisting veterans with PTSD, children in trauma treatment programs, or patients undergoing physical therapy, the dogs provide consistent, nonjudgmental support that helps people meet their therapeutic goals.

The Black & White Gala is the organization’s flagship fundraising event, directly supporting CTCorps’ year-round programs. Attendees were encouraged to “paws and celebrate” the power of the human-canine bond, while also bidding on donated items and experiences to benefit the cause.

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Conclusion

The 2025 CTCorps Black & White Gala was more than an elegant evening—it was a celebration of resilience, healing, and the incredible work therapy dogs do across the Chicago community. To learn more or get involved, visit caninetherapycorps.org.

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