WHEN
Thursday, May 28th
06:00 PM
WHERE
Theatre on the Lake
WHEN
Thursday, May 1st
06:00 PM
WHERE
Theatre on the Lake
About The Event
Join us for Bank The Blue’s 6-Year Anniversary Gala, an inspiring evening focused on raising awareness around officer wellness, reducing the stigma surrounding mental health in law enforcement, and generating vital support for mental health treatment and training programs that serve Illinois law enforcement officers.
This year’s celebration promises a memorable and elevated experience, featuring an exciting culinary showcase designed to delight guests with a variety of exceptional flavors and offerings throughout the evening. We are thrilled to partner with outstanding culinary sponsors, and the full lineup of participating restaurants and food partners will be announced soon, adding even more anticipation to what is sure to be a standout highlight of the night.
The evening will also include live entertainment from a DJ, a 50/50 Split the Pot raffle, and a silent auction featuring a curated collection of unique and exclusive items.
Valet parking will be available for guest convenience. Dress Code: Formal gala attire is encouraged. We invite guests to embrace an elegant, sophisticated style appropriate for a celebratory black-tie–inspired evening.
Event Program
6:00 PM
Registration & Guest Arrival Guests check in, enjoy the evening ambiance, and browse our silent auction items.
6:30 PM
Cocktails & Culinary Experience Mix, mingle, and enjoy a variety of curated culinary offerings as the celebration begins.
7:45 PM
Presentation of Colors & Ceremonial Performance Featuring the Chicago Police Department Honor Guard and Chicago Police Department Pipes & Drums.
8:00 PM
National Anthem & Prayer National Anthem performed by [Performer — To Be Announced] Prayer offered by [Speaker — To Be Announced]
8:15 PM
8:15 PM — Welcome Remarks Opening comments from our Masters of Ceremonies [Emcees — To Be Announced]
8:30 PM
About Bank The Blue Introduction to the mission, recognition of founders and event leadership, and acknowledgments of sponsors and supporters.
8:45 PM
Impact Video Presentation A powerful look at the lives changed through your generosity and support.
9:00 PM
Dancing & Entertainment The dance floor opens as we continue the celebration together.
10:00 PM
Late Night Bite A late-night food offering will be served to keep the celebration going. Sponsor to be announced.
Program timing is subject to minor adjustments as final details are confirmed..
Keynote Speaker
Kristen Ziman
Former Police Chief of the Aurora IL Police Department (Ret.)
Speaker | Author | Leader | Change Agent
Kristen is the former Police Chief of the Aurora IL Police Department (Ret.). In Kristen’s 30-year career in law enforcement, she blazed trails: she became the first woman Lieutenant in 2008, first woman Commander in 2010, and eventually the first woman Chief in her department’s history in January of 2016. Kristen was also the Chief on watch during a mass shooting in her hometown Aurora, IL.
Since retiring from the department, Kristen has now stepped into her new career as a professional speaker and consultant for organizations and police departments focused on the areas of leadership, women empowerment, positive psychology, and mass shooting prevention.
Kristen is also the author of Reimagining Blue: Thoughts on Life, Leadership, and a New Way Forward in Policing, a passionate and personal memoir of a misunderstood profession through the vantage point of a female police chief.
WINGS
One of the largest domestic violence service and housing providers in the state of Illinois, WINGS provides a pathway to independence for adults and children who are escaping from domestic violence and abuse. The mission of WINGS is to provide housing, integrated services, education and advocacy to end domestic violence.
Become A Sponsor
Chief
$ 50,000
Premium Seating for 50 guest
Honorable mention at gala
Listed as presenting sponsor on all print and digital marketing materials
Individual “Thank You” sign displayed at event
Full-page ad in event program
Mention in media alerts and press releases when possible
Thanked on all BTB social media and email blasts
Logo on sponsors gift bag
Logo on event napkin
Gift bag promotional opportunity
Prominent placement of logo on gala website with link to sponsors website .
Logo placement on front cover of program book, event signage event t-shirt.
COMMANDER
$ 25,000
Premium Seating for 40 guests
Honorable mention at event
Individual “Thank You” sign displayed at event
Full-page ad in event program
Thanked on all BTB social media and email blasts
Logo on auction paddle
Logo on cocktail napkin
Gift bag promotional opportunity
Prominent placement of logo on gala website with link to sponsors website
Logo placement in program book and on event signage.
CAPTAIN
$ 10,000
Premium Seating for 20 guests
Individual “Thank You” sign displayed at event
Full-page ad in event program
Thanked on all BTB social media and email blasts
Gift bag promotional opportunity
Prominent placement of logo on gala website with link to sponsors website
Logo placement in program book and on event signage.
LIEUTENANT
$ 5,000
Seating for 10 guests
Half-page ad in event program
Thanked on all BTB social media and email blasts
Gift bag promotional opportunity
Logo placement on event website, in program book and on event signage.
SERGEANT
$ 2,500
Seating for 6 guests
Quarter-page ad in event program
Gift bag promotional opportunity
Logo placement on event website, in program book and on event signage.
POLICE OFFICER
$ 1,000
Seating for 2 guests
Gift bag promotional opportunity
Logo placement on event website
Thank You To Our Sponsors
Our FOOD SponsorS
Powered By Whittingham Meats
Captain Sponsor
LIEUTENANT Sponsor
SERGEANT Sponsor
POLICE officer
Volunteer with us
Our volunteers enable us to continue providing needed support services to local law enforcement officers. Volunteers play a crucial role in supporting Bank The Blue’s mission. Volunteers help make our fundraising events a huge success!
Hotel Accomodations
The Westin Chicago Northwest
400 Park Blvd.,
Itasca, IL, 60143
(888) 236-2427
Group Rate for Bank The Blue Gala
$139/night
Click here to book your room
Last Day to Book: October 6, 2022
The Westin shuttle is offering round-trip complimentary rides to and from the gala.
Please meet in the hotel lobby. Scheduled times listed below.
Shuttle drop-off times from Westin to Belvedere Banquet: 6:20PM and 6:30PM.
Shuttle pick-up times from Belvedere Banquet to Westin: 11:45PM and 12:00AM.
If you miss the shuttle to the gala, call the front desk at 630-773-4000 to reserve a ride.
If you miss the shuttle from the gala to the hotel you are responsible for your own transportation.
Complimentary On-Site Parking
Off-Site Parking: 500 Park Business Office (0.5 Miles)
Valet: $5/Daily
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Elk Grove Village/Itasca 1160 W Devon Ave, Elk Grove Village, IL 60007 (847) 985-0101
Ride Accomodations
Party Bus Pickup Locations
Tavern On The Point (northside)
6724 N Northwest Hwy, Chicago, IL 60631
Pickup Time: 5:30PM SHARP!
Clancys Pizza Pub (southside)
4624 W 103rd St, Oak Lawn, IL 60453 Pickup Time: 5:00PM SHARP!
$30 per person (round-trip)
Click here to book your seat on one of Bank The Blue's 2nd Annual Gala party buses.
Last Day to Book: Thursday, October 14, 2022
Book your personal ride here and Ride in Bliss will donate a percentage of your ride when you mention Bank The Blue.
Ride in Bliss suggested if planning to consume alcohol.
Venue
Theatre on the Lake
2401 N Jean Baptiste Pointe du Sable Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60614, United States