February 27, 2027 (Tentative Date)
Rizzo's Bar & Inn

6:00 - 11:00 p.m.

3658 North Clark | Wrigleyville

Friends of Northside’s annual spring gala is our biggest fundraising event of the year.

What Your Gala Support Makes Possible

CPS funding covers only part of what it takes to deliver the exceptional education our students deserve. Your generosity fills that gap. Here are just a few ways in which Friends of Northside pitches in:

Three full-time staff positions

Wellness Center resources for students

Keeping Kato’s Corner stocked

Fine arts & music performance support

Student clubs across interests and disciplines

Computers for the two computer labs

Uniforms for women’s & men’s teams

Coaching stipends and equipment

Event logistics and program support

How You Can Help

Join the planning team and help secure donations and sponsorships for a record-breaking night.

Experiences, items, and gift certificates bring the fun — and the items. Every donation makes a difference.

Every contribution makes a lasting impact. We accept cash, checks, online gifts, stock, and employer matches.

Sponsor Recognition & Visibility

We proudly celebrate our supporters across channels:

Friends of Northside is a registered 501(c)(3) organization. Gala tickets, sponsorships, paddle-raise gifts, and auction purchases are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.

Highlighting just some of our auction item donors:

Thank you, to our Corporate Sponsors this year:

Thank you, to our Family | Individual Sponsors:

The Delgado Nandi Family

The Brokmeier Family

Hannah and Eli Shearn

Sarah Sommers

The Siciliano Family

Ryan McLennan

Erin Grodnick