The Magnificent Mile Shopping Festival presented by MasterCard Returns this Summer 2014 August 19, 2014 The Magnificent Mile Shopping Festival™ presented by MasterCard will return to North Michigan Avenue August 22 through September 1, 2014. This is a 10-day celebration that will fuse fashion, food, and Fitness in Chicago’s popular shopping district along Michigan Avenue.
Being Charitable in Your 20’s with Cruise Chicago for a Cause August 9, 2014 For the past few years I have been involved with Susan G. Komen 3 Day Event (a 60 mile walk spanning over 3 days). Since 2008 our team has raised over $75,000 towards the cause. I thought, hey, I’m doing my part, right? But, breast cancer just scratches the surface. On top of illnesses and disease, our nation, even our city of Chicago, faces serious issues with bullying and cruelty, poverty, gangs, unclean water, sex trafficking, the woes in this world are incredible and like most 20-somethings, actually, like most middle-class Americans, these causes were not affecting me.
Chicago Fire Soccer Club 4th Annual White Party July 26, 2014 On August 7th, the Chicago Fire Soccer Club is hosting the fourth annual White Party at the MCA Warehouse. Named one of the Chicago Tribune’s top parties of 2013, this marquee event will feature a premium open bar, food from top Chicago restaurants including Rockit Bar & Grill, a live DJ, appearances by Chicago Fire players and more! Guests are encouraged to dress in their best white attire and get ready for a unique event that they surely won’t forget.
THE LIFTING LAWYER LENDS A HAND TO MENTORING July 18, 2014 The violence in Chicago this summer has been increasing. As a larger community, we must work together to provide alternatives to our youth.
Tour de Fat Festival July 11, 2014 Among all the festivals in Chicago each summer, Tour de Fat is one you won't want to miss! Who doesn't love bikes AND beer?!
Listen to What’s Good This Week on the Weekly Show with Jordan! May 31, 2014 Click here to hear Rockit Ranch CEO Billy Dec‘s inside scoop on the best fundraising and charity events with Jordan on his latest Saturday weekly segment called “What’s Good with Billy Dec” on 103.5 Kiss FM!
Join the PurpleStride to Fight Pancreatic Cancer and Help Coach E! April 21, 2014 The Pancreatic Cancer Action Network is hosting a 5K, called PurpleStride nationwide, including Chicago on April 25th. Help those affected by pancreatic cancer, including Mt. Carmel High School's Coach E!
Do Something Different! Join the Fit and Fabulous to Fight Cancer at Gateway to Wellness April 1, 2014 Calling all young Chicago professionals out there! I have one question for you: Where will you be the evening of Saturday, April 5? The Gateway for Cancer Research Associates Board invites you to do a one-of-a-kind experience with healthy food, healthy habits, and giveaways!
For Its 40th Anniversary, Northwestern University Dance Marathon Takes on the Fight Against Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy March 4, 2014 In the past 39 years, Northwestern University Dance Marathon has raised more than $14 million for more than thirty different worthy and important beneficiaries. Now, for the 40th anniversary of the all student led 30-hour dance event, NUDM is taking on the fight against Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, and dancing for Team Joseph.
Team One Step from Children’s Oncology Services to host Charity Poker Championship! March 3, 2014 The Children's Oncology Services, Inc., strives to provide programs throughout the year that allow kids with cancer to just be kids. On March 6th, they will be hosting their annual Charity Poker Championship at the National Hellenic Museum. Over 270 players will compete for approximately $15,000 in prizes including the coveted Grand Prize: a seat at the 2014 World Series of Poker Main Event in Las Vegas!