Who Benefits from the Shoes Ball?

The "Take a Walk in Her Shoes Ball" is held in conjunction with Women's History Month which is annually celebrated in the month of March.

The concept of the Take a Walk in Her Shoes Ball highlights the personal journeys women take - shoes are symbolic of the steps we all take in our lives. Half of the proceeds raised at the Ball will be used to establish a scholarship called "Women in Transition". Our scholarship recipients will receive funding at McHenry County College for educational costs, books, childcare and even transportation reimbursement, should any be required.

Everything that our recipients need to realize the ambition of improving their situation, are compliments of the "Take a Walk in Her Shoes Ball" events. Women who apply and receive the scholarship can use it for the College's occupational career programs, certificate programs, associate's degree programs or transfer programs.

The other half of the proceeds will benefit the Friends of MCC Foundation efforts including the Promise program. Learn more about the Friends of MCC Foundation.

To become more involved in the planning efforts contact Kathrine Pfister, development coordinator, at (815) 479-7529.