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CHOP Women’s Committee hosts Holiday Boutique

Fundraiser benefits research, testing, and treatments for hospital

Rita Tuma, Jen Gelinas and Jen Rodack. (Photo by Maggie Corcoran)
Rita Tuma, Jen Gelinas and Jen Rodack. (Photo by Maggie Corcoran)
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The Women’s Committee of the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) hosted its annual fundraiser, the Holiday Boutique with the VIP shopping hour and the Preview Party held on Wednesday, November 29, and the shopping day held on Thursday, November 30.

Held at the Merion Cricket Club in Haverford, the opening night preview party, always a favorite was a sell-out with almost 600 attendees including the Children’s Hospital women’s committee members, sponsors, family, and friends.

  • Gerry Ronon shops with Debbie Maine at the 2023 Chop...

    Gerry Ronon shops with Debbie Maine at the 2023 Chop Boutique. (Photo by Maggie Corcoran)

  • Ashley West and Ali West. (Photo by Maggie Corcoran)

    Ashley West and Ali West. (Photo by Maggie Corcoran)

  • Mark Adzick spends time with his Mom Sandy. (Photo by...

    Mark Adzick spends time with his Mom Sandy. (Photo by Maggie Corcoran)

  • Donna Laveran and Anne Ford. (Photo by Maggie Corcoran)

    Donna Laveran and Anne Ford. (Photo by Maggie Corcoran)

  • Stephanie Walter and Deirdre Attea. (Photo by Maggie Corcoran)

    Stephanie Walter and Deirdre Attea. (Photo by Maggie Corcoran)

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Supporters enjoyed butlered hors d’oeuvres, a lavish buffet, cocktails, and a private shopping experience with over 25 vendors selling fashion, accessories, jewelry, unique home accessories, art, and collectibles.

  • 2023 Chop Boutique co-chairs Wendy McDevitt and Emery Greenwood enjoy...

    2023 Chop Boutique co-chairs Wendy McDevitt and Emery Greenwood enjoy all their hard work. (Photo by Maggie Corcoran)

  • Annie Maine, Marghi Adzick and Ale McNeil enjoy the Chop...

    Annie Maine, Marghi Adzick and Ale McNeil enjoy the Chop Holiday Boutique. (Photo by Maggie Corcoran)

  • Jackie Burke chats with Ellen Bloomer. (Photo by Maggie Corcoran)

    Jackie Burke chats with Ellen Bloomer. (Photo by Maggie Corcoran)

  • Caitlin Farrell, Lisa Farrell and Patricia Schram. (Photo by Maggie...

    Caitlin Farrell, Lisa Farrell and Patricia Schram. (Photo by Maggie Corcoran)

  • Liz Ward, Betsy Staub, Chantell Mauldin and Erin Wojno. (Photo...

    Liz Ward, Betsy Staub, Chantell Mauldin and Erin Wojno. (Photo by Maggie Corcoran)

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The Women’s Committee was established in 1856 and is the oldest continuously operating hospital volunteer group in Pennsylvania.

In addition to this signature fundraiser, the women’s committee members are also active volunteers at the hospital.

Alisha Halloran, Alissa Lepisto and Annie Maine. (Photo by Maggie Corcoran)
Alisha Halloran, Alissa Lepisto and Annie Maine. (Photo by Maggie Corcoran)
Monique Sexton chats with Tracy Steele. (Photo by Maggie Corcoran)
Monique Sexton chats with Tracy Steele. (Photo by Maggie Corcoran)
Susie and Peter Wilmerding. (Photo by Maggie Corcoran)
Susie and Peter Wilmerding. (Photo by Maggie Corcoran)

Funds raised through the Holiday Boutique will be used for programs to further innovative research, provide new diagnostic tests, and support life-changing treatments for children.