Empowering the Emerging Grassroots Projects Changing Our World ‍ October 24, 2024 | 7 - 10pm CDT The Charcoal Factory Loft in Chicago, Illinois, USA Entrance to event is located in the alleyway between Ada and Elston.  ‍ Experience an emerging ripple-effect of positive change in an evening honoring the grassroots projects changing our world. Immerse yourself in a stunning, historic setting. Explore purpose-driven visions. Enjoy incredible art and evening experiences. Be a part of the Purpose Earth story with 100% of ticket & auction sales going directly to Purpose Earth’s Global Grant & Mentorship Program. ‍ Guests have the rare opportunity to explore the historic Charcoal Factory Loft, while engaging with creative installations honoring environmental, cultural and community projects based in Thailand, Lebanon and Kenya, as well as Chicago’s very own Nordson Green Earth Foundation. These inspiring encounters will be artistically integrated throughout the space to enjoy. The evening also includes a culinary adventure and unique, craft cocktails and spirits celebrating flavors from around the world. A silent + live auction will offer creative experiences and stunning world-class artwork from renowned artists: Sandro Miller, Thomas Masters, Adam Siegel, Eric Gushee, Kathryn Desjardins and Robert Carlos Childress of Daniel Kinkade Fine Art, and more. Each artist has generously donated exclusive pieces, making this a rare chance for attendees to acquire iconic works while supporting critical grassroots initiatives. Brizo Chicago proudly sponsors Emerge as the primary event partner, and 100% of all ticket sales and silent auction purchases going to Purpose Earth’s global grant and mentorship program supporting innovative projects from diverse communities. There will be no tickets available for purchase the night of the event. All guests will need to show their ticket for entry into the event experience. -------------------------------------------------------------------- EVENT DETAILS: ‍ Dress: Global and Creative Chic [ cocktail ] Food + Beverage: Enjoy a global culinary adventure and sip on unique, craft cocktails and spirits, expertly curated for an unforgettable evening that celebrates flavors from around the world. Silent + Live Auction: Including creative experiences and incredible artwork by: Sandro Miller, Thomas Masters, Adam Siegel, Eric Gushee, Kathryn Desjardins, Robert Carlos Childress of Daniel Kinkade Fine Art, and more. ‍Event Location: Fifteen years ago Stuart Grannen, the founder of Chicago’s renowned Architectural Artifacts Inc., purchased an old charcoal factory in a once forgotten industrial section of the city. Collaborating with an internationally acclaimed designer, Stuart converted this incredible factory space into an American Institute of Architects award winning home. The Charcoal Factory Loft is a space like no other in the world! Entrance to the event is in the alleyway between Ada and Elston.  ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Join us for an evening of world-class design + art, while empowering world-changing projects with global solutions. Event Curated and Hosted by the Purpose Earth Chicago Creative Collective:‍ Kasia Kay - Koren Nelson - Nora Schneider - Aimee Wertepny - Sarvin Haghighi - Vanessa Palmer ------------------------------------------------------------------------ ‍