Gold Sponsor $10,000: 10 tickets with reserved VIP table and VIP reception before the event; Recognition on the JLC Website as a 2026 Sponsor; Social media recognition leading up to and/or after the event (10,000+ followers); Recognition in 2 emails promoting and leading up to the event (distribution list of 2,000+); Recognition during event programming (verbal and/or logo display); Prominent logo display at the event, including a chance to distribute mutually agreed upon literature or swag items to attendees. Gold sponsors please pay by ACH direct debit from this link or by check (made out to Junior League of Chicago).

Silver Sponsor $5,000: 10 tickets with reserved VIP table and VIP reception before the event; Recognition on the JLC Website as a 2026 Sponsor; Social media recognition leading up to and/or after the event (10,000+ followers); Recognition in 2 emails promoting and leading up to the event (distribution list of 2,000+); Recognition during event programming (verbal and/or logo display). Silver sponsors please pay by ACH direct debit from this link or by check (made out to Junior League of Chicago).

Bronze Sponsor $2,500: 5 tickets with reserved seating and VIP reception before the event; Recognition on the JLC Website as a 2026 Sponsor; Social media recognition leading up to and/or after the event (10,000+ followers); Recognition in 2 emails promoting and leading up to the event (distribution list of 2,000+). Bronze sponsors are encouraged to pay by ACH direct debit from this link, but may also by credit card using this link or by check (made out to Junior League of Chicago)

Friend Sponsor $1,500: 2 tickets with reserved seating and VIP reception before the event, Recognition on the JLC Website as a 2026 Sponsor, Social media recognition leading up to and/or after the event (10,000+ followers).  Friend sponsors may pay using this link.

FAQ: Junior League of Chicago’s 2026 Annual Gala

• When and where is the Gala?
  • The 2026 Annual Gala takes place on Saturday, March 7, 2026, beginning at 6:30 p.m., at the JW Marriott Chicago, transformed for the night into a Prohibition-era speakeasy.  Check-in will begin at 6pm.
• What kind of night should I expect?
  • Heavy food stations and bars will be found throughout the event, lively casino gaming, a silent auction, paddle raise and of course, dancing.
• How will seating work?
  • Open seating will be available throughout the venue. There will be a variety of high tops, tables, and lounge seating.
  • If you’d prefer a guaranteed, reserved place for your whole party to land, there is a seating add-on.
  • Seating Add-On ensures a dedicated seat and table for the evening. Each add-on includes a reserved table for up to 10 guests. The price of the seating add-on does not include the gala ticket.
• What does my ticket include?
  • All General Admission tickets include:
    • Heavy food stations available throughout the night
    • Open bar featuring alcoholic and non-alcoholic options
    • $25 in casino chips to start your luck
    • Access to all gaming tables, dancing, and entertainment
    • Open seating
• How does the Casino Night work?
  • Important Notice: This Is Not Gambling
    • In accordance with 501(c)(3) nonprofit regulations, this event does not involve gambling. No money, chips, or prizes have cash value, and no wagering or games of chance for monetary gain will occur.
    • Casino-style games are used for entertainment purposes only to enhance the guest experience and encourage charitable participation.
    • Your ticket includes $25 in casino chips to get you started. Want to continue playing? Additional chips can be purchased at the event.
    • Chips may be exchanged at any point for raffle tickets, which you can enter to win prizes throughout the night. Casino chips have no monetary value and cannot be redeemed for cash, only bragging rights and raffle tickets. All proceeds directly support the Junior League of Chicago
    • Participation in games and raffles is entirely optional, and all contributions are considered charitable donations.
• What ticket options are available?
  • Early Bird Member Ticket – $225 (first 50 tickets only)
  • Member General Admission – $250
  • Non-Member General Admission– $275
  • Member Couples Ticket – $475
  • Reserved Seating Add-On – $500 (table seating for up to 10 guests)
• How does the Annual Gala advance our mission?
  • For more than 110 years, the Junior League of Chicago has been a driving force in empowering women to strengthen our city. Just last year the Junior League of Chicago’s 800+ members contributed over 40,000 volunteer hours by partnering with community agencies across Chicagoland on work focused across three signature issues: literacy, access to essential needs, and violence prevention and awareness. The Junior League of Chicago’s Annual Gala is our league’s signature fundraiser supporting this community impact. Without your support, the Junior League of Chicago wouldn’t be able to make this impact in Chicagoland.

 

We can’t wait to welcome you on March 7 for a night that honors our legacy—with just enough change to keep things interesting.