2024 Annual Appeal
As a powerful community champion, SOAR relies on financial support to continue serving Streeterville. Throughout 2024, we have advocated on behalf of the community, taking on challenging issues the neighborhood has faced. Streeterville plays an important role in Chicago’s overall economy, due to its unique location, entertainment/tourism destinations, and recreational opportunities. SOAR builds and maintains relationships with local institutions and community leaders. In order to continue these efforts, we need your financial support.
Your donation to SOAR will help us:
- Foster relationships between residents, businesses, and institutions that are mutually supportive.
- Ensure public input is heard, addressed and communicated to local officials early in the review processes.
- Provide community programs that activate neighborhood public spaces, community gathering venues, parks and social opportunities.
Here are some highlights of SOAR accomplishments in 2024:
- Successfully advocated for the community by working with the Chicago Police Department’s 18th district and local Aldermen to implement strategies to enhance neighborhood safety.
- Celebrated our 10th year of the SOAR Farmers Market.
- Established a Young Professionals Associate Board to engage with the growing young professional demographic in Streeterville.
- Worked to stop developers from tearing down the Firehouse on Chicago Avenue.
SOAR has served as the official voice of the Streeterville community since 1975 and we will continue to advocate on behalf of the neighborhood and the issues we face together. As we celebrate this season of giving, we hope you will help us continue to give Streeterville the advocacy and dedication it deserves. Your financial support is a great way to give back to our neighborhood that adds to the beautiful kaleidoscope that is Chicago.
Employer Matching Gift Programs
Many employers offer matching gift programs through which employers match charitable contributions made by employees to eligible charities. Taking advantage of these programs is easy to do:
- Check with the Human Resources department to determine whether there is an employer matching gift program.
- Request donation guidelines and a list of qualifying charities. Many employers will match donations given to tax-exempt 501(c)(3) organizations like SOAR.
- Follow the employer specified instructions for requesting a matching contribution.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Partnering with SOAR gives you and your business exposure to over 1800 neighbors in the Streeterville community. We have a range of opportunities for you to review and decide which is best for your business. We will also be happy to schedule a meeting to discuss your current marketing plans and how SOAR might be part of those.
For further information and to read about SOAR sponsorship opportunities click the Learn More button.
General Donation
THANK YOU!
Donations will support our community programs such as Safety and Security initiatives, gardens at Lake Shore Park, SOAR Farmers Market, and Town Hall meetings with elected officials. These funds also support our communication programs and operational costs. We value your support and thank you for your loyalty to the organization.