About the Colleen Cares Organization

OUR MISSION

Our mission is to continue the philanthropic mission of Colleen Marie Gleason (1992-2020). To always lend a helping hand and think of other’s needs with a special focus on pediatric heart transplants, research, and education. To improve the community and help children through donations to other charities that were meaningful to Colleen.

OUR GOALS

2025 goals:

  • Fund raising activities in support of Colleen’s favorite charities, including ‘Tea Party & Purses’

  • Participate in community initiatives honoring Colleen

  • Support Red Shoe Society at the Fourth Annual Ronald McDonald House ‘Summer Camp Colleen’

  • Support Junior League Chicago

  • Participate in the Lurie Children’s Hospital Annual Holiday Toy Drive

2024 Goals Achieved

2023 Goals Achieved

2022 Goals Achieved

2021 Goals Achieved