Annual Scholarship Fundraiser Dinner & Silent Auction

Thursday, December 4, 2025 5:00-9:00 PM
  Maggiano's 516 N. Clark Street, Chicago, IL
Valet is available. Some street parking also available. 

Join us for an evening of fun, family style dinner featuring an open bar, a silent auction and great generosity! All proceeds benefit the Polish American Advocates Scholarship Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, providing scholarships to law students based on academic performance and financial needs.  

Registration

Early Bird Tickets until November 28th, 2025:  $150
Individual Ticket:  $175
Table of 10:  $1,500
(May still purchase tickets at the door, by check or credit card.)

Silent Auction Donations

This fundraising event includes a silent auction for which we distribute programs that include a description of the donated auction items and donors of the items and logos of supporters.

Popular auction items include sports and theater tickets, curated gift baskets, vacation packages, and restaurant or service gift cards; premium promotional items - such as jewelry and team jerseys - are also welcome. Every contribution is appreciated.

To donate, please contact Roman Drewniak at roman@abelsannes.com or (312) 820-1516 to arrange pickup.

Donations are due by December 1, 2025.

All silent-auction purchases must be made by credit card. Proceeds fund scholarships for law students. For a 501(c)(3) charitable receipt on contributions of $250 or more, email Roman after the event.

Sponsorship Opportunities

Community Leader Level - $1,500
includes 4 complimentary tickets

Golden Eagle Level - $1,000
includes 3 complimentary tickets

Helping Hand Level - $500
includes 2 complimentary tickets

Red and White Level - $300
includes 1 complimentary ticket

Tickets received from Sponsorship can be used for the event or returned to the Scholarship Fund for former or current recipients. Sponsors will have their name or logo displayed on a projection screen during the event and acknowledged on the Advocates Society website and social media (The Advocate Newsletter, Facebook, and LinkedIn). Sponsors may submit their own ad or have one designed by the Advocates. Payments can be made via the Advocates Society website. You can also mail a check, make check payable to Polish American Advocates Scholarship Foundation and mail to Advocates Society, 216 West Higgins Road, Park Ridge, IL 60068. Website: www.AdvocatesSociety.org

 All sponsorships are due by November 29, 2025. The Foundation is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization, so all donations are tax-deductible.

Agenda

Doors Open - Drinks and Networking 5:00 p.m
Family-Style Dinner Served 6:15 p.m.
Silent Auction Closes 7:30 p.m.
Doors Close 9:00 p.m.