The Chicago Lighthouse’s 2011 Seeing What’s Possible Dinner shown its spotlight on the achievements of several outstanding philanthropists and community leaders who have had a profound impact on the lives of people who are blind or visually impaired.

The gala event, which took place May 12th at the elegant Four Seasons Hotel, attracted 440 well wishers and raised more than $200,000 for agency programs.

Photography by Mike Greer. Captions listed from left to right.