Get ready to knock it out of the park!
March 7, 2026
Rizzo's Bar & Inn
6:00 - 11:00 p.m.
3658 North Clark | Wrigleyville
- All tickets include hearty hors d’oeuvres and access to our candy table. Domestic beer and house wine are included with your ticket, and a cash bar will also be available.
- Parking is included with MVP tickets. Additional parking spots may be purchased through GiveSmart while supplies last. Limited street parking will also be available.
Friends of Northside’s annual spring gala is our biggest fundraising event of the year.
A Few Bits & Bobs About the Auction
- You do not need to attend the Gala to participate in the silent auction. Stay tuned for more auction info!
- If you place the winning bid on a silent auction item, we encourage you to take your item home with you the night of the event.
- If you are unable to pick up your item at the Gala (or are not attending), items may be collected on March 9, 10, or 11 from 7:00 – 8:00 a.m. or 3:00 – 4:00 p.m. in the NCP parking lot.
- Your NCP student may pick up any non-alcohol items before or after school. All alcohol must be picked up by someone 21 or older.
- Items not picked up during these windows will be considered a donation to Friends of Northside, and the item will be re-donated.
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:
Staff & Core Student Needs
Three full-time staff positions
Wellness Center resources for students
Keeping Kato’s Corner stocked
Arts, Clubs, Technology
Fine arts & music performance support
Student clubs across interests and disciplines
Computers for the two computer labs
Athletics & Team Pride
Uniforms for women’s & men’s teams
Coaching stipends and equipment
Event logistics and program support
How You Can Help
Volunteer
Join the planning team and help secure donations and sponsorships for a record-breaking night.
Donate to the Auction
Experiences, items, and gift certificates bring the fun — and the items. Every donation makes a difference.
Sponsor or Underwrite
Every contribution makes a lasting impact. We accept cash, checks, online gifts, stock, and employer matches.
Recognition & Visibility
We proudly celebrate our supporters across channels:
- Take Me Out to the Gala GiveSmart site (Coming Soon!)
- On-site recognition at the event
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.
Shout Out to some of our amazing auction item donors to date and check back for new donors:
FAQ
When will tickets be available?
Tickets are on sale now! Click Here to buy your tickets today.
Is there a dress code?
No. It’s a casual event — jeans, your favorite jersey, whatever feels right.
How do I get updates?
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I want to be a Sponsor. Where do I begin?
Click Here to learn about our sponsorship tiers and to make a difference today.