Auxiliary Board Town Hall Meeting

Wintrust 231 S. LaSalle Street, Chicago

Join us for the second Auxiliary Board Townhall meeting of 2025. Get ready for "back to school" and discussions focused on supporting our schools and students. The gathering will take place from 5:30-7:30pm at Wintrust (231 S LaSalle Street). RSVP Here.  Please contact Megan Bouche at mbouche@bigshouldersfund.org with questions.

CAC State of the Union

Blue Cross Blue Shield 300 E. Randolph Street, Chicago, Illinois

Kick off your day with the fall CAC State of the Union, which will be held from 7:30-9:30am.  This event will take place at Blue Cross Blue Shield at 300 E. Randolph. RSVP here Please contact Megan Bouche at mbouche@bigshouldersfund.org with questions. See you soon!

Volunteer Kickoff

Deloitte 111 S Wacker Dr STE 1800, Chicago, IL, United States

It's back to school and back to our volunteer programs!  We invite our program volunteers to our annual kickoff event at Deloitte (111 S. Wacker) for a Big Shoulders Fund update and breakouts by program:  Stock Market, Law, Mentoring and Test Prep.  There will also be a breakout for those interested to volunteer but not […]

19th Annual Big Shoulders Fund Ball

Offshore 1000 East Grand Avenue, Chicago, IL, United States

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 […]

Auxiliary Board Fundraiser at Biggby Coffee

Biggby Coffee 309 W. Lake Street, Chicago, IL

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.  

Cheer on the Big Shoulders Fund Racing Team at the Bank of America Chicago Marathon

Kanela Breakfast Club 1549 N Wells Street, Chicago, IL

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 […]

Teen Board Fundraiser at Jeni’s Ice Creams

Jeni's Ice Creams 3657 N. Clark Street, Chicago, IL

Treat yourself and support a great cause!! Join Big Shoulders Fund Teen Board at Jeni's Ice Creams in Wrigleyville (3657 N. Clark) on Monday, October 13th from 3pm - 6pm. 25% of your purchase will be donated to the Big Shoulders Fund. While you're there, don't miss our custom flavor: "Scholar-Chip Crunch" (Double Dough and […]

Give Back Day

St. Angela 1332 N Massaoit Avenue, Chicago, IL

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 […]

CAC Networking Social

The Tavern Club 333 N Michigan Avenue, Chicago

It's time to take a pause and connect.  The CAC Membership Committee invites you to gather at The Tavern Club (333 N. Michigan) for an evening of socializing and networking with fellow CAC members. RSVP HERE 

26th Annual Lend a Shoulder Day

Join us for a special field trip back to school as we celebrate 26 years of shouldering together! You will experience firsthand the powerful impact of our partnership, meeting the remarkable students whose dreams you have helped support over the years. On this journey, you might find yourself judging a science experiment, building a robot, […]