People Active with Lincolnwood Schools (PALS) is thrilled to announce PALS After Dark will be held on February 21 at The Edison Park Inn! Join us for a special Parent’s Night Out Fundraiser—all proceeds will go directly toward creating a memorable Teacher Appreciation Week and funding scholarships for SD74 grads.

Please join us for an evening of dining, games, raffles, silent auction and the opportunity to get to know your neighbors and fellow parents! Check out the video from last year’s event: https://youtu.be/axw6POPkX3Y

Why Attend

Meet local families
Bid on exciting items, local experiences, and more!
Enter for a chance to win gift cards, family fun packages, & other prizes.

How You can Help

Attend and participate in the auction & raffle
Donate an item or service for the auction
Spread the word to friends and family

Thanks to the community, last year PALS was able to double funding for the existing John Cahill Community Service Scholarships. Every dollar raised helps us spoil our teachers with meals, treats, and surprises all week long! Last year, funds from this event provided decorations for teacher lounges, hot meals and snacks, as well as, goodie bags and treats for staff, teachers, and bus drivers during Teacher Appreciation Week. Check out the video from Teacher Appreciation Week 2025: https://youtu.be/PH_c8p9uXII

You do not need to attend the event to participate in the auction, items include Cubs tickets, swim lessons, tutoring, wine tastings, gym memberships, passes to children’s activities, gift cards and more! Auction will be LIVE on February 10^th https://givebutter.com/c/AZQTBt/auction

Need childcare? Register your kids (K-5th grade) for a “Kids Night In” at the community center from 6p-10p, hosted by Lincolnwood Parks and Recreation. http://tiny.cc/cldx001

When you support PALS, you support:

Classroom enrichment
Staff appreciation
Student and family events
Community givebacks

Mini-Grant Program: PALS awarded eight teachers with mini-grants. These grants funded several resources, including an Aeroponic Growing Tower, a Gaga Ball Pit, and classroom materials such as educational math games, art supplies, dramatic play items, flannel boards, and sensory tools.

Cahill Scholarship donation: Thanks to a generous donation from PALS, the District was able to increase both the number and amount of scholarships this year, awarding five $1,000 Cahill Community Service Scholarships to high school seniors who are alumni of Lincoln Hall.

Appreciation Week: Lights, camera, action! PALS gave SD74 teachers and staff the star treatment during a Hollywood-themed Appreciation Week, held May 5-9. From glitzy hallway decor to A-list meals, snacks, swag bags, and raffle prizes, PALS rolled out the red carpet. The memorable week was a sincere expression of gratitude from students and families, thoughtfully organized by PALS.

PALS (People Active with Lincolnwood Schools) is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Donations may be tax deductible. Please consult your tax advisor.

PALS After Dark

Fundraiser for Teacher Appreciation Week