Red Tie Soirée

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Our annual benefit supporting youth leadership through community service is almost here! 

We are proudly celebrating our partnerships with local organizations! Be inspired by the impactful work of Evanston-area nonprofits, including A Just Harvest, Alliance for the Great Lakes, Bundled Blessings, Connections for the Homeless, Edible Evanston, Evanston Public Library, ESCCA, Interfaith Action Evanston, Park School, Vineyard Food Pantry, and Women for Evanston Youth!

Enjoy great food, beverages, and music: Soul & Smoke dinner, Kneads & Wants dessert, an open bar, and musical entertainment by DJ George Krupkin (a Wynner alum)!

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The 2025 Buddy Portugal Award will be presented to Chute Middle School principal Jim McHolland for his outstanding contributions to Evanston youth!

Attire: Relaxed but festive, casual to cocktail–wear something red! The Red Tie honors the late Michael Wynn, Justin's father. Red is the color of his fraternity, Kappa Alpha Psi.

Open to anyone age 21 and over.

2025 Sponsors