Last year, I (along w/1000 other Big Ten alumni) revisited a more simpler time in our lives as we treked across River North for on a bar crawl. This was not just any old bar crawl though. It was the inaugural Chicago Big Ten Alumni Charity Bar Crawl and we united to raise over $30K for the Chicago Public Schools. Well, the crawl is back and happening on Saturday, August 27 and we’re gunning to raise $50K this time! The video [...]

The Shedd Aquarium is my favorite place in Chicago. If you didn’t know that, there’s a pretty good chance that we’re not as close as you think. When I turned 17, my mom let me take the day off from school (shh…) and she took me to the Shedd Aquarium per my request. I live for their discounted admission days and do at least one “Jazzin’ at the Shedd” event each summer. It’s a beautiful [...]

A month or so ago, I received a tweet from the Generation Project inviting me to learn more about their philanthropic partnership with Ralph Lauren Rugby. I went to the site and not only was I impressed with the actual clothing (I dream of being a prepster), but I was impressed with this organization and the work that they are doing. The Generation Project focuses on raising funds for education while also empowering young (and [...]

Now, I’d much rather get a hug or a cool million from Lady O, but beggars (even the fab ones) can’t be choosers. If you’ve always wanted to get a piece of Oprah’s wardrobe, here’s your chance! Harpo is auctioning off over 150 pieces from her personal wardrobe to give you a piece of fab and to raise money for her Leadership Academy for Girls in South Africa. Items in the collection range from Christian [...]

About a week ago, I mentioned that I would be in attendance as ULTA treated its inaugural scholarship recipients to an afternoon of pampering at the 18,000 sq. ft store and salon on Chicago’s State Street. I did and I had an absolute blast meeting some of the young ladies as well as ULTA President and CEO, Lyn Kirby. First of all, if you’ve never been to the ULTA store, then you do not know [...]

This Friday, ULTA will host 16 scholarship winners at the unofficial flagship store on Chicago’s State Street (114 S. State). High school students from across the country had the opportunity to write an essay discussing what the words “enrich, empower, and enlighten” meant to them. The awardees will receive a $5000 scholarship and are being flown to Chicago to join ULTA CEO, Lyn Kirby, for a luncheon and an afternoon of celebration. The students in [...]

 I BLEED ORANGE AND BLUE!!! Looking for a great way to support the public schools while meeting some of Chicago’s friendliest citizens? Then, you need to come out to Griffin Lounge (326 W. Chicago) this Friday to Forever Young, a party to benefit Alumni for Public Schools. Alumni for Public Schools is a not-for-profit organization that promotes and supports volunteer partnerships between the Chicago chapters of college and university alumni associations and individual Chicago Public [...]

Since 1993, Nordstrom has been providing scholarships to outstanding high school students to help with the increasing cost of higher education. Annually, 40 students are awarded a $10,000 scholarship, which is paid over four years to the college of his or her choice. In order to be considered for a scholarship, students must: Maintain a strong G.P.A. Have made a substantial contribution to his or her community Be involved in school activities Demonstrate a financial need [...]

If you’re going shopping this weekend, you should check out the stores of Gap, Inc. This weekend is Family and Friends weekend at the Gap, Banana Republic, and Old Navy. Not only are they giving you 30% off your purchases, they will be donating 5% of sales to one of six charities. That’s right! You can contribute to the following organizations: The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society Teach for America Feeding America Boys and Girls Club [...]

On Wednesday March 4th, the Chicago Fashion Foundation is hosting their 2nd annual Scholarship Benefit, a fashion show featuring the designs of five local design students. These students will have the opportunity to present their designs in a live fashion show to a panel of judges from the Chicago fashion community. The winning designer will receive a $5000 scholarship! Attendees will be enjoy drinks, light appetizers, a DJ, and silent auction. The first 150 guests [...]