Big Shoulders Fund schools are transforming children’s lives, and the Big Shoulders Fund Next Generation Boards have been a megaphone for our mission for over a decade. They not only spread the word about Big Shoulders but get involved directly with our schools. Celebrate the work of our Next Generation Boards by joining us at […]
Support Big Shoulders Fund at Biggby Coffee (309 W. Lake Street) on Saturday, October 11 from 6am-8pm! For every beverage purchased on October 11, $1 will be donated to support Big Shoulders Fund. Funds support the Auxiliary Board Scholarship.
Come cheer on the runners on the Big Shoulders Fund Racing Team who are raising money for scholarships by running the Bank of America Chicago Marathon! Cowbells and clappers will once again be available to support our Racing Team at Kanela Breakfast Club (1549 N Wells Street). RSVP here. Check back for more details or […]
It's time for our first Give Back Day of the 2025-2026 school year! We invite you to join us at St. Angela (1332 N Massasoit Ave, Chicago IL) from 9am-Noon. With other Big Shoulders Fund supporters, you'll have the opportunity to mulch, clean and organize at St. Angela. Investing this time makes a huge difference […]
Join us on January 24 for the first Give Back Day of the year at Augustus Tolton Academy (7120 S. Calumet Avenue)! This Give Back Day features multiple projects, including painting, landscaping, cleaning, and organizing. Volunteers of all ages are welcome! RSVP HERE Please note, when you visit the sign-up page, click "respond" to register. […]
Let's get together for an evening of Auxiliary Board updates and networking for the first Townhall of 2026! We will gather at Holy Trinity High School (1443 West Division Street) from 6-8pm. In addition to committee updates and event overviews, we will also welcome the leadership of Visitation Elementary School to learn more about this […]
Help us drive change, one point at a time. The 2nd Annual Big Shoulders Fund Pickleball Tournament is back, and every rally fuels scholarships for students who need them most. Bring your teammates, bring your A‑game, and bring Big Shoulders fund support — because purposeful play creates powerful opportunities. Register as a single player or […]
This event will feature a fireside chat with Big Shoulders Fund President and CEO Josh Hale and Carol Lavin Bernick, who is a Chicago businesswoman and philanthropist – and a wonderful supporter of Big Shoulders Fund through her non-profit Enchanted Backpack. Thank you to Sharon and Hans Nelson for hosting us at Inspire11 (1 N. […]
The next Give Back Day will take place on Saturday, April 18 at St. Sabina Academy (7801 S. Throop Street) from 9am-Noon. We hope you'll join us to make an impact for this community. RSVP here. Please reach out to Nichelle Washington with questions at nwashington@bigshouldersfund.org.
Start the 20th Annual Big Shoulders Fund Ball season at our kickoff event for ticket sales! We invite you to join us on Thursday, June 4 at Recess (838 W Kinzie St) from 5:30-7:30pm. RSVP here. Not only is this your first chance to purchase Big Shoulders Fund Ball tickets, but it's also an evening […]