Calahan Foundation hosted its “11 Annual Celebration of Giving”, at the Hyatt Regency Chicago. Among the evening honoree were Retired Senator Emil Jones . Joining the Calahan's for a photo is the owner of Kates Security. Photo by: Tarji Smedley

Calahan Foundation Awards program Co-hosts were Beyonce Fox, V103 and Eric Calahan. Pictured are Board members; Debra German, Patricia McCreary; Dr. Richidine Murry; Valerie Calahan-Taylor; Shirley Calahan, Founder; Attorney Lauren Raymond; Edward Calahan, Founder; Alton Bell; Charles Wells; Rev. Jasper Taylor, Executive Director. Photo by Tarji Smedley

Gala Foundations Shirley and Edward Calahan enjoyed guests at the table of Carmen Lemons, CEO Lem's Barbecue.