31st Annual
Croquet Ball
Benefiting Penfield Children's Center
Step onto the iconic greens of Milwaukee Country Club for an evening where tradition meets purpose. The Penfield Children’s Center Croquet Ball is more than a celebration, it’s a gathering of a community committed to changing the trajectory of a child’s life.
Before the evening begins, a beloved tradition carries on, the Croquet Match. A playful nod to the event’s origins more than 30 years ago, two passionate competitors take to the lawn to vie for the title, honoring the spirit of how this event first began and how it has grown into what it is today.
As the evening unfolds, sip, savor, and connect through a thoughtfully curated program, powerful stories from Penfield families, and moments designed to inspire generosity. As twilight settles in, explore a dynamic silent and live auction, each bid directly fueling life-changing care for children and families across our community.
And when the program concludes, the celebration is far from over. Guests are invited to a lively after party where the energy builds, the music plays, and the community comes together in a whole new way.
This is elegance with impact. This is joy with purpose. And together, it’s how we create brighter beginnings.
Saturday, September 19th, 2026
5:30pm-11:00pm
Milwaukee Country Club
8000 N Range Line Rd. River Hills, WI 53217



Event Chair
Laughlin Family
Jacqualyn, Pat, Franklyn and Elliot
Auction Committee Chair
Julia Fennelly
Northwestern Mutual
Presenting Sponsor

Questions about individual tickets or sponsorships?
Contact: Penfield Partnerships and Investments team
Email: croquetball@penfieldchildren.org
About Penfield Children's Center
For over 55 years Penfield Children’s Center has been a leader in child development, providing educational opportunities, behavioral health and therapy services, special care nursing services and an extensive network of community partners to support all aspects of early childhood needs.
We provide a positive start for all children by offering early education, heath and wellness services and family programing in a safe, stimulating environment.
Mission
Ensuring children have positive early experiences from pregnancy through age 5 when the foundations for lifelong development are established.

