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Self Advocate Edwin Alvarado shows off the lifetime service award with Van Bergen whom he has known since he was born. He, along with 2,000+ participants, attended the national convention July 22-26. EFFINGHAM, Ill. — The Heart Theatre, Inc. is proud to celebrate Board President Amy Van Bergen, who was recently honored this past month with the Sig Pueschel Legacy of Service Award, one of the highest recognitions presented by the National Down Syndrome Congress (NDSC). Presented annually, the...

Learning from the Best: The Heart Theatre at the League of Historic American Theatres Conference Every great restoration project begins with a vision—but it succeeds through learning, collaboration, and the willingness to seek out those who have walked the path before. That is why representatives from The Heart Theatre recently attended the annual League of Historic American Theatres (LHAT) Conference in Indianapolis, joining hundreds of theatre professionals from across North America who are...

We’re proud to share that The Heart Theatre has earned the Platinum Seal of Transparency from Candid (formerly GuideStar) —the highest level of recognition for nonprofit openness and accountability. This distinction reflects our commitment to sharing not just what we do, but how we do it—and why it matters. What the Platinum Seal Means Candid’s Platinum Seal is awarded to nonprofits that go beyond basic information to provide clear data on strategy, goals, and measurable impact . It allows...