Quick and Easy: Midwest Palliative & Hospice CareCenter

Support care for terminally ill patients in need by attending Midwest Palliative & Hospice CareCenter’s “Care Affair,” the organization’s annual fundraising gala. Organized by the Service Board of Midwest CareCenter, this celebratory event will feature entertainment from City Lights Orchestra, great food, live and silent auctions and awards. The night will include a special presentation […]

Quick & Easy: Shop to Support the Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago

Shop for antiques while supporting a good cause at the 16th Annual Private Preview Party of The Merchandise Mart International Antiques Fair. The event is hosted by the Women’s Board of The Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago (RIC). Bring a friend and join nearly 800 guests who will enjoy a delicious buffet, live music and event […]

Quick and Easy: Joffrey Ballet 2013 Spring Gala

Provide Chicago Public School children unparalleled dance instruction by attending The Joffrey Ballet’s Annual Spring Gala. What: At this black-tie gala, guests will enjoy an exclusive one-night-only Joffrey performance, a champagne trolley ride to the Chicago Hilton and Towers for cocktails, dinner and a lively after-party. All proceeds will directly support the Joffrey’s artistic programming, Community Engagement […]

Quick and Easy: Buy Flowers, Support Retreat and Refresh Stroke Camp

Purchase flowers bulbs to fill your spring garden, and provide scholarships to those devastated by stroke to attend the Retreat and Refresh Stroke Camp. Where: Purchase flowers at flowerpowerfundraising.com and 50 percent of every sale goes to the Retreat and Refresh Stroke Camp. Shipping is only $5 and all plants are 100 percent guaranteed. You […]

Quick and Easy: The Art of Work Gala

Celebrate Youth Job Center’s 30th anniversary and support underprivileged youth with job-readiness and placement programs. The Youth Job Center (YJC) has been a leading provider of employment-related services for disadvantaged and at-risk youth in Evanston and Chicago, and they’ve served more than 20,000 young people during their 30-year history. YJC was founded on the belief […]

Quick and Easy: K's for Kids Annual Fundraiser

Attend the 5th Annual K’s for Kids Fundraiser, and share the joy of a baseball game with underprivileged children in the Chicago area. What: Enjoy an evening with cocktails, dinner, raffles and a silent auction at this fun annual event. Tickets include a full meal, drink, tour of the brewery and two raffle tickets. Prizes […]

Quick and Easy: Going Green Matters Community Fair

Join Go Green Wilmette at their community fair Going Green Matters for easy-to-implement ideas to save money and benefit the environment. What: View the latest eco-cars, bicycles, LED bulbs, home energy efficiencies and more at this community fair. Experts will be on-hand to answer questions about composting, gardening, and to discuss the contents of food, […]

Quick and Easy: Free Throws for Kids Rank Heroes

Get your head in the game, and team up with Kids Rank for a fun evening shooting hoops at Free Throws for Heroes. What: Either donate a flat fee or get pledges for every free throw you make out of 50. No matter your age or skill level, anyone can shoot free throws on regulation […]

Quick and Easy: Celebrate 30 Years of Housing Opportunities for Women

Attend the 30th anniversary HOW Very annual gala, and support the empowerment of women and families to help break the cycle of poverty. What: 30th Anniversary HOW Very gala, dinner and auction—Kerry and Sarah Wood, and the Wood Family Foundation are this year’s honorees. Funds raised at this event support the mission of Housing Opportunities […]

Quick and Easy: Wine and Warmth with A. Perry Homes

Help A. Perry Homes keep the families of Northwestern Settlement warm this winter at their Wine and Warmth event. What: Donate gently used winter wear and embrace the season of giving at this fun event. Check out interesting interior spaces designed by the A. Perry team, sample great wines and celebrate the great work of […]