You’re Invited – Gather your Crew and Celebrate with Polaris on May 15! Join us for an unforgettable evening of inspiration, impact, and giving back at our Celebration of Learning benefit. This lively and uplifting event showcases the incredible power of Polaris while raising essential funds to support our mission to educate K-8 grade students to become lifelong learners, ethical people, and active citizens who contribute to a better world.

Experience the heart and soul of Polaris through moving student and teacher stories, powerful moments, and the dynamic spirit of our community. See firsthand how our hands-on learning, transformative culture of Crew, and character-building programs empower and uplift every student to achieve more than they think possible. Don’t miss this opportunity to make a lasting impact and be part of something truly special!

Be Inspired! Enjoy a student art exhibition, inspiring student ambassadors, and a special performance by the Uniting Voices Chicago Polaris Choir.

Enjoy a Night of Fun While Making a Difference! Try your luck at the wine toss, enter the raffle to win amazing prizes, and raise your paddle for a purpose—all in support of Polaris. Every dollar raised fuels a high-quality, transformative education for our students.

Indulge and Enjoy! Mix and mingle to lively music at Greenhouse Loft, a beautiful venue featuring a special outdoor sky garden. Sip refreshing cocktails (open bar) and savor hors d’oeuvres, a delicious dinner buffet, and decadent desserts by Blue Plate, Chicago’s premier caterer.

 

TICKETS ON SALE NOW – PURCHASE TICKETS HERE

• $125 each – Early Bird special discount ends April 30

• $150 each – Regular ticket price begins May 1

• If you prefer to avoid ticket processing fees, you can purchase your tickets directly from our Development Manager, please email ewhiting@pcachicago.org
• Paper tickets will not be issued. We will have you and your guests’ names on a list at event check-in.

 

MAKE A GIFT

• ONLINE DONATE HERE

• WITH ASSISTANCE contact Development Manager Elizabeth Whiting ewhiting@pcachicago.org

• WITH A CHECK made out to Polaris Charter Academy sent to: Polaris Charter Academy, 620 N. Sawyer Avenue, Chicago, IL 60624, attn: Development

 

GREENHOUSE LOFT is located at 2545 W. Diversey Avenue (Chicago, 60647) in the Green Exchange Building. Our event is on the second floor. Enter the front door on Diversey and please take the escalator or elevator to the 2nd floor to join our celebration! Greenhouse Loft is about 10 minutes from downtown (not accounting for traffic). It is 1 block east of the I-90/94 Diversey exit.

EVENT PARKING IS FREE, ONSITE & HAS SECURITY GUARD!

• FREE Indoor Parking with security guard available in the Green Exchange building (#2 on map below). Enter the underground parking from Rockwell Street (on the left side, opposite Diversey House Brewing Company), enter the second garage door to access parking. If you park inside the Green Exchange building, take the elevator/stairs to our celebration.
• FREE Outdoor Parking (#1 on map below) lot on the southeast corner of Maplewood and Diversey (just east of the Green Exchange building)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Thank You to our Celebration Sponsors!

Thank You for Supporting Polaris! We Look Forward to Celebrating with You!