Finding Beauty in the Fight

9th Annual Cocktails for the Cure

Saturday, October 10, 2026 | 6:00–10:00 PM
Venue West | Chicago

Step into an evening that honors strength, celebrates beauty, and holds space for resilience.

The tgin® Foundation’s 9th Annual Cocktails for the Cure brings our community together to celebrate women navigating and surviving breast cancer and continue the fight for those still on the journey.

Hosted by award-winning journalist and media personality Darlene Hill, this year’s theme, Finding Beauty in the Fight, comes alive through an inspiring evening of powerful stories, meaningful connection, and celebration.

ABOUT THE EVENT

This Isn’t Just an Event.

At the heart of Cocktails for the Cure are the women, families, and communities at the center of the fight against breast cancer.

This year, we are proud to honor Desirée Rogers as part of the Finding Beauty in the Fight Impact Awards, recognizing her leadership, impact, and commitment to uplifting women and communities. The evening will also celebrate breast cancer survivors whose stories reflect the courage, beauty, and resilience at the heart of our mission.

Through storytelling, connection, and celebration, Cocktails for the Cure helps advance the tgin® Foundation’s work to expand access to breast cancer education, resources, care, and support for women who need it most.

Join us as we honor the journey, celebrate the women, and continue the fight together.

OUR SPONSORS & PARTNERS

Thank You to Our Sponsors & Partners

Cocktails for the Cure is made possible through the generosity of partners who share our commitment to advancing breast health equity.

FEATURED VOICES & HONOREES

The Voices and Stories at the Heart of the Evening.

This year’s program brings together powerful voices from across our community to share stories, celebrate resilience, and honor those who continue to move the fight forward.

HOST

Darlene Hill

Award-winning journalist and media personality

KEYNOTE ADDRESS

Dr. Sonya Bhole

Breast Imaging Physician Lead, Northwestern Medicine

Associate Professor, Northwestern University

BEAUTY IN THE FIGHT IMPACT HONOREE

Desirée Rogers

Co-Owner & CEO, Black Opal LLC Fashion Fair Cosmetics & Black Opal Beauty

CHAMPION OF COURAGE HONOREE

Terran Lamp

PILLAR OF STRENGTH HONOREE

Taylor Cisco Jr.