Judy Baar Topinka

Judy Baar Topinka Charitable Foundation

Joseph Topinka

CAHME / Judy Baar Topinka Foundation Scholarship

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Judy Baar Topinka

We are please to announce the new CAHME / Judy Baar Topinka Foundation Scholarship and are now accepting applications. Judy Baar Topinka was a pioneering public leader in Illinois who was the first woman to serve as state treasurer, in addition to terms as a state representative and senator. The scholarship will recognize a graduate student focusing on health policy in a CAHME-accredited program who exemplifies Ms. Topinka’s belief in hard work, ethical leadership, and perseverance. Details about the scholarship and application instructions are available on our web site. The deadline to apply is March 15, 2019.

Learn more about the Scholarship here

Loyola Magazine Winter 2019

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Judy was a great supporter of Loyola University and was on its Board of Regents. Her son also received his advanced law degree from Loyola University School of Law. The Foundation and the Topinka family thank Loyola Magazine for helping get the word out about Just Judy.

  • Loyola Magazine Winter 2019 Cover
  • Loyola Magazine Winter 2019 Interior

Illinois Women Empowered

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Illinois Women Empowered

Dear Friend:

Thank you for participating in such a memorable evening and for helping us honor nine incredible women who are reshaping the political landscape in Illinois. A special thank you to our generous event sponsors:

Illinois Legend
Tamara and Bill Fehrman
KJD Strategies

Policy Reformer
Hon. Karen McConnaughay
David Melton & Nancy Segal

Illinois Changemaker
Sol Flores
Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP
Raila & Associates, P.C.

Accountability Supporter
Carolyn Grisko
Candance Chow
Tangela Feemster
Maya Friedler

Straight Talker 
Sarah Brune
Hon. Elliott Hartstein
Jennifer McMillin
She Votes Illinois

Last, I’d like to share a special note from Joe Topinka, Judy Baar Topinka’s son. Joe recently authored a book about his mother’s life and career. “May her story inspire us to be great citizens in our communities, Illinois, and the United States of America” – Joe Topinka.

If you’re interested in learning more about Judy Baar Topinka, the book is available for purchase at the link here https://amzn.to/2BQ27k3.

Thank you so much again for your support,

Mary Miro

Executive Director, Reform for Illinois