On Monday, April 21, 2008, CHWC hosted 250 guests at its second annual fundraising luncheon. Held at the Reardon Convention Center, guests heard about the revitalization and stabilization efforts being undertaken by CHWC in the urban core neighborhoods of Kansas City. Mayor Reardon and Congressman Dennis Moore joined guests to hear the key note presentation by Kevin Helliker, the Chicago Bureau Chief of The Wall Street Journal. Mr. Helliker is a native of Kansas City, Kansas graduating from Bishop Ward High School and the University of Kansas, School of Journalism. Mr. Helliker shared his thoughts and observations of his home town.

The presenting sponsor for the luncheon was el dorado, inc. with major sponsors being Bank of America, Brotherhood Bank & Trust, Capital Federal Bank, Security Bank, Straub Construction, and additional sponsorship provided by Ameriprise Financial, Archdiocese of Kansas City, Kansas, Bank Midwest, Country Club Bank, D B Excavating, Board of Public Utilities, The Kansas City Kansan, Marsh & Company, and TEVA Neuroscience. All funds raised from this event allow CHWC to continue providing affordable housing and supportive programs in the neighborhoods of Kansas City, Kansas.

CHWC once again extends its heartfelt thanks to its sponsors, neighborhood leaders, and all the supporters that attended the luncheon.