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    Lyric Opera Stage Artists Private Concert


    Invite up to 100 guests for an exclusive one-hour private concert featuring unforgettable selections from beloved operas and Broadway favorites. This one-of-a-kind performance brings world-class artistry directly to your celebration, creating an intimate, custom musical experience your guests will never forget.



    Dinner with Chicago Bears Legend Jerry Azumah at Tre Dita

    Enjoy a dining experience fit for champions with this unique opportunity at Tre Dita in the St. Regis Chicago!  Gather your squad of 6 guests and prepare for an unforgettable evening of food, fun, and football tales during an exclusive dinner with Chicago Bears legend Jerry Azumah and a special guest.  Your evening will feature an exclusive chef-curated menu and an array of vintage wine pairings!

    Private Curated Wine Collection - 28 Bottles for 28 Years!

    Celebrate our 28th anniversary with an exceptional collection of 28 highly sought-after artisan wines sourced from acclaimed California vintners. This curated case is a rare opportunity to take home a cellar-worthy selection perfect for sharing, collecting, and savoring long after the celebration ends. This remarkable anniversary collection is a toast to luxury, celebration, and exceptional taste.


    An Unforgettable Chef’s Table Experience at Chicago Cut for 10


    An exclusive Chef’s Table experience for 10 at Chicago Cut Steakhouse featuring a four-course, wine-paired culinary journey. From Champagne and shellfish to a signature double porterhouse and classic French dessert, this unforgettable evening is designed for celebration, connection, and exceptional dining at its best.



    Private Log Cabin in Big Sky, Montana


    Enjoy a one-week summer escape for up to 12 guests in a stunning four-bedroom Powder Ridge log cabin in Big Sky, Montana—offering the perfect blend of mountain luxury, wide-open beauty, and unforgettable shared adventure. A rare chance to unwind, reconnect, and experience one of America’s most breathtaking destinations in peak Summer 2027.



    The Ultimate Chicago Insider Experience


    Gather up to 10 friends for an unforgettable VIP experience at the exclusive Alecko Capital Speakeasy, a private gem in the heart of Chicago. For two incredible hours, you'll enjoy selections from a fully stocked premium bar, food from PIZZ’AMICI of Fulton Market, and access to the venue’s private cigar lounge – all curated by your hosts Alex Pissios and Larry Wert.


    THANK YOU TO THOSE WHO HAVE CONFIRMED THEIR SUPPORT

    (as of June 23, 2026)

    It's not too late to add  your name to this prestigious list!

PRESENTING SPONSORS

  • Elisabeth and William Adams IV

  • Jennifer Cavanaugh

  • The Reynolds Family

VIP SPONSORS

  • Chapman and Cutler LLP

  • The Crown Family

HOSTS

  • Greg and Deborah Klamrzynski

  • The Molo Family

  • Alexander S. Pissios Family Foundation

BENEFACTORS

  • AbbVie

  • Advocate Oncology Services South Chicagoland

  • AstraZeneca

  • Blue Door Neighborhood Center

  • Bristol Myers Squibb

  • Calamos Investments

  • City of Hope Cancer Center

  • Lee and Sandy Golub

  • Jim and Lora Jacobsohn

  • Magellan Corporation

  • James Mitchell

  • Performance Wealth

  • Donnie and Erica Phillips, GTCR

  • Alex and Melissa Richardson

  • Jamie and David Schwartz

  • Kelly Superczynski, Aon

  • Susan Wiemeyer

  • Wintrust

SPONSORS

  • Bill and Julie Albin

  • Chicago Blackhawks Foundation

  • Conagra Brands

  • Alan and Jean Chapman

  • Andrea Cohen and Michael Hartz

  • Ron and Sandra Culp

  • Decasonic

  • Grant and Joanna DePorter

  • Executive Construction Foundation

  • Neil and Lynne Golden

  • Trisha Hutchison

  • Nick D Kladis Family

  • Lakeside Bank

  • Sandye and Wayne Lerner

  • The McGuigan Family

  • Northern Trust

  • Northwestern Medicine

  • Old National Bank

  • Dr. Jeffrey Raizer and Mrs. Kelly Gervin Raizer, Takeda

  • Leslie J. Sawyer, Environmental Design International

  • The Second City

EXCLUSIVE MEDIA SPONSOR

  • NBC Chicago Telemundo Chicago logo
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In Support of Gilda's Club Chicago

Auctions

YOUR GIFT MATTERS

$10,000

Provides 15 individuals impacted by cancer with six sessions of one-on-one counseling.

MAKE A DIFFERENCE

$5,000

Sponsors a weekly support group for one year, helping our members reduce their anxiety as it relates to their experience with cancer, caregiving, and loss.

MAKE A DIFFERENCE

$2,500

Sponsors a weekly yoga class for one year, providing our members a way to get stronger and feel more like themselves.

MAKE A DIFFERENCE

$1,000

Sponsors one GCC@School presentation where students and teachers are educated on how to support heir classmates.

MAKE A DIFFERENCE

$500

Sponsors a month of nutrition workshops that allows our members to gain knowledge on how the body uses food to nourish, fight disease, and rebuild healthy cells.

MAKE A DIFFERENCE

$250

Supports our pet therapy programs at both Clubhouses, in treatment rooms at Advocate Christ and with medical staff at Northwestern.

MAKE A DIFFERENCE

$100

Provides art kits so patients can express their feelings while in chemo.

MAKE A DIFFERENCE