On the night of April 26, 2025, the beloved cultural institution, Writers Theatre, a Make It Better Foundation grant partner, welcomed 250 corporate and civic leaders to the Four Seasons Hotel Chicago for its annual WordPlay Gala. With the theme of “Be Bold. Be Here.”, the annual fundraising event raised a record-breaking $905,000 to support […] The post Writers Theatre Raises Record-Breaking $905K at Annual WordPlay Gala appeared first on Better Magazine.| Better Magazine
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After School Matters’ Sneaker Ball raised $175,000 to support Chicago teens — funding paid programs that help young people develop skills, confidence, and career pathways.| Better Magazine
The Joffrey Ballet’s 2024 gala transformed Cinespace into a Wonderland-inspired dreamscape, raising $3 million for arts education and honoring Anne L. Kaplan and Fred Eychaner.| Better Magazine
Music Theater Works’ 2025 Producers Gala raised a record-breaking $220,000 with 200 guests enjoying performances, auctions, and the Joyce Ruth Saxon Award presentation.| Better Magazine
On April 30, 2025, more than 800 guests filled the Hilton Chicago ballroom for the 23rd Annual American Red Cross Heroes Breakfast — an uplifting celebration of ordinary individuals doing the extraordinary. Hosted by the American Red Cross of Greater Chicago, the event honored 12 exceptional people whose courage, compassion, and service have made a […]| Better Magazine
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Step into the fantastical world of Joffrey Ballet's Midsummer Celebration. Experience a night of surreal delights inspired by 'A Midsummer Night's Dream' by Alexander Ekman.| Better Magazine
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Here's a look back at Steppenwolf's 2024 Gala, a star-studded event that raised over $1.6 million for Steppenwolf Theatre Company's education and artistic programs.| Better Magazine
Sneakers Ball, hosted by After School Matters, saw lots of support including vital fundraising. Read about the event and how to support here.| Better Magazine