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Illinois Tiffany Circle Gathered in June of 2025 for their Annual Meeting

Tiffany Circle

Women Leading Through Philanthropy in the Illinois Region

The Tiffany Circle is a community of women leaders who advance the American Red Cross mission through a focused investment of time, talent and treasure by engaging women locally, nationally and internationally.

Inaugural National Virtual Blood Drive

Women are powerful catalysts for compassion, connection, and community—especially when they inspire one another to give. Please join us by making a blood donation appointment for our inaugural Women Leading with Heart and Humanity National Virtual Blood Drive, and invite your networks to do the same. Together, we can exceed our goal of 100 donations between May 4 and June 12 and ensure the Red Cross is ready to meet patient needs this summer.

 

✅ Schedule an appointment using this BloodLink

✅ Invite your networks to sign up using the BloodLink

✅ Make your blood donation

Member Spotlight

Join us as we shine a light on our members with a look into what inspired them to join the Tiffany Circle and what drives their commitment to the American Red Cross
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Peggy Hardek

“The Red Cross is incredible about helping you get your feet wet and then grow. Over the years, I’ve been on almost every committee and eventually served as board chair. You really get to see the full scope of the work.”
- Peggy Hardek, Illinois Tiffany Circle Member

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Wendy Wilber

“I want a worldwide impact, a nationwide impact, and a local impact. The Red Cross allows me to keep my mind open and remember the world is much bigger than where I just am personally.”
- Wendy Wilber, Illinois Tiffany Circle Member

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Christine Quinn

“If you want to see the good in the world, the Red Cross is a great place to start.”
- Christine Quinn, Illinois Tiffany Circle Member


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Linda Nolan

“It’s one of the most effective and impactful organizations that I’m a part of.”
- Linda Nolan, Illinois Tiffany Circle Member


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Susan Noyes

“To support all the American Red Cross and its amazing volunteers in action is truly an honor”
- Susan Noyes, Illinois Tiffany Circle member
 
 

Learn More

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Illinois Tiffany Circle members (left to right) Karen Skinner, Caroline Huebner, & Jenny Gallagher volunteering at the ABC7 Great Chicago Blood Drive

  • The Illinois Tiffany Circle is a founding Circle within the American Red Cross and has continued to inspire women in philanthropy across the country.
  • The Illinois Tiffany Circle is one of the largest Circles in the country with more than 100 members.
  • In Fiscal Year 2025 (July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2025), the Illinois Tiffany Circle raised more than $4M for our lifesaving mission and sponsored the largest 2-day American Red Cross blood drive in the country!

The Impact of Women

Tiffany Circle at the American Red Cross

Tiffany Circle Experience in our Region

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Illinois Tiffany Circle Hands-Only CPR event

  • Join a community of like-minded philanthropists representing a wide range of business sectors who share a mutual respect and passion for the American Red Cross mission.
  • Opportunities to participate in hands-on experiences in your community, including  blood drives, and more.
  • Invitations to local and national events including the Women’s Leadership Summit at the American Red Cross headquarters in Washington D.C. This national event offers members the opportunity to hone their philanthropic leadership through educational and inspirational sessions with prominent speakers. Members meet fellow philanthropists from around the world and share Red Cross stories and best practices.
  • Access to a local monthly newsletter which includes an insider perspective on Red Cross programs and news. Also enjoy access to The Source, a website featuring member profiles, events, members-only content, and more.

Illinois Region Tiffany Circle Steering Committee

Leads regional Tiffany Circle strategy and engagement.
Co-Chairs Peggy Hardek & Linda Nolan
Aileen Blake
Kimberly A. Falk
Jane Kiernan
Daniella Levitt
Laura Linger
Bridget Orsic
Christine Quinn
Cheryl Scott
Wendy Wilber

Illinois Region Representation on the Tiffany Circle National Council

Leads national Tiffany Circle strategy and engagement for the Red Cross.
Laura Linger
Laura Myerholtz
Jill Schaaf

Torchbearers

Former Council members serving in advisory or committee roles.
Judy McCormack
Jan Tratnik

Get Involved

Helpful links on learning more and becoming a member of our region’s Tiffany Circle
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Learn more about our national community

There are over 1,000 Tiffany Circle members across the U.S. Learn more about our history and strategic plan.

Click here to learn more
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Join the Illinois Tiffany Circle Today!

Reach us at IllinoisTiffanyCircle@RedCross.org

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