Ball Kick-off

Lakeshore Sports and Fitness 1320 W Fullerton Ave, Chicago, IL

Join us on August 1 from 6pm - 8pm for the official kick off for the 18th Annual Big Shoulders Fund Ball! During this event, attendees will be able to access special one day only low prices for Ball before they switch to early bird pricing. Appetizers and drinks will be provided!   Check back […]

18th Annual Big Shoulders Fund Ball

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 […]

CAC – State of Union

Connect with your fellow Chairmen's Advisory Council members and meet new ones at this fall's gathering! Socialize and network while getting key information on CAC and Big Shoulders Fund initiatives. All members are encouraged to attend to meet new faces and learn about our volunteering opportunities, upcoming events, and what our Committees are working on. […]

October Food Distribution Volunteer Opportunity

St. Francis de Sales High School 10155 S Ewing Ave, Chicago, IL, United States

Join us at St. Francis de Sales High School at their monthly food distribution on Saturday, October 19th. Volunteers will help with various needs during the distribution to help St. Francis give back to families in the Southeast Side community at large. For more information on how to get involved and to sign up, contact […]

Fall Give Back Day

St. Agnes of Bohemia 2643 S. Central Park Ave, Chicago, IL, United States

Join us on Saturday, October 26 for our Give Back Day at St. Agnes of Bohemia! Hosted by the Big Shoulders Fund Auxiliary Board, join fellow Big Shoulders Fund supporters in making an impact in the lives of the students and families in this school community. Invite your friends and colleagues and make a day […]

Schools Committee Scholarship Review

Big Shoulders Fund 212 West Van Buren Street, Suite 900, Chicago, IL, United States

The Auxiliary Board Schools Committee will meet to review and prioritize scholarship applicants for the 2024-2025 academic year.  These scholarships are awarded with funds raised at the Big Shoulders Fund Ball. Dinner will be provided.

The Big Give

The 5th Annual BIG Give starts this week! This campaign was created to support the Big Shoulders Fund Auxiliary Board Scholarship, which supports nearly 100 students at seven Big Shoulders Fund schools. This peer-to-peer campaign provides crucial support to the next generation of leaders in Chicago!   Click here to donate

CAC – State of the Union

Virtual Event

Kick off the 2025 CAC year with the first State of the Union.  This meeting will be held via zoom on Friday, January 31 from 12-1:15pm.  See you then!    Please contact Megan Bouche at mbouche@bigshouldersfund.org with questions.

Auxiliary Board Townhall

GATX 222 W Adams St, Chicago, IL, United States

Kick off the 2025 Auxiliary Board year with our first Townhall on Thursday, February 27 from 5:30-7:30pm.  This meeting will be held at GATX’s conference center on the 52nd Floor of the Willis Tower.   This will be great night to networking and catch up on all things Auxiliary Board-related.  Refreshments will be served. Click here […]