Commemorating 50 years of profound impact and providing a shining beacon for the Inclusion Revolution, the Eternal Flame of Hope monument is the newest addition to Chicago’s world-class public art collection. Featuring a custom design by renowned sculptor Richard Hunt, the monument welcomes millions of visitors each year to its prominent location at the main entrance of the Museum Campus and Soldier Field. The sculpture rises 30 feet into the air and features an eternal flame, burning perpetually to honor athletes past, present & future as a symbol of hope and inclusivity.
The permanent monument plaza and sculpture was dedicated at a special ceremony on July 20, 2018. The monument’s landscaped plaza and donor recognition walls are inscribed with the names of supporters from around the world who have helped to “light the flame.”
Donations at the $500 Heroes Level or above receive recognition on the Eternal Flame of Hope monument donor wall. As an option, names of past or present Special Olympics Athletes can receive recognition next to their name with a 
symbol.
The recognition placement for donors on the Eternal Flame of Hope monument donor wall is as follows:
Donations from $500-$999 receive recognition as “Heroes” on the monument donor wall (limited to 1,000 names).
Donations above $1,000 receive recognition as “Flame Keepers” in larger font on the monument donor wall (limited to 250 names).
Donations above $25,000 receive recognition as "Supporters" in larger font on the monument donor wall (limited to 100 names).
If you are considering a larger gift, please contact Aimee Spack at aspack@soill.org or call 309-888-2566.
*Donations received less than $500 will NOT receive an engraving on the wall
All donations received by March 30, 2022 will be engraved for the Eternal Flame of Hope lighting ceremony on May 20, 2022, lighting the flame for USA Games held in Orlando, Florida, June 5-12, 2022.
All donations received after March 30, 2022 will be engraved at a later date. Donors will get individual notification of when this engraving will occur.
