PHILAnThropy Week ’21
April 12 – 16
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2020 exposed weak points in our society and today, our communities are calling on emerging leaders like you to strengthen them. Philanthropy Week is a UChicago tradition that gives you an opportunity to virtually connect with programs that are doing justice, philanthropy and equity work. Check out our lineup of events below. Sponsored by the Student Alumni Committee
All week, give any amount in support of your favorite cause, RSO or department on campus and you’ll receive this herb planter to start your own garden! We hope you consider supporting sustainability initiatives like Phoenix Farms or the Office of Sustainability. Learn more here.
Philanthropy Week ‘21 lineup
Mon 12
CITY CHATS WITH OCE + LOVE FRIDGE (7:00PM CT)
SAC is partnering with the University Community Service Center (UCSC) to host a City Chats program, in which members of the College community are invited to join virtual conversations with notable Chicagoans about their lives, careers, and Chicago journeys. This chat will be with Ramon Norwood, cofounder of the Love Fridge. The Love Fridge is a mutual aid group grounded in good, working to place community refrigerators across the city. This discussion will focus on food insecurity and philanthropy beyond money.
THANK ESSENTIAL CAMPUS EMPLOYEES (WEEKLONG)
UChicago’s Essential Staff has been working hard throughout the pandemic to keep campus safe for students, faculty, and staff. Write a brief note of appreciation for us to share with them!
Tue 13
TALKING CENTS (6:00PM CT)
Join the Student Alumni Committee as they host a discussion and interactive program with Rebecca Maxcy, Director and Principal Investigator for the UChicago Financial Education Initiative (UCFEI). Maxcy will present on their research that actively engages in advocacy work to raise awareness, bring about change and create a movement around the importance of financial education. After a brief presentation, attendees will participate in Talking Cents, a researched based set of cards developed by UCFEI that helps spark discussions of all kinds around money- some deep, some lighthearted, but all valuable.
Wed 14
CHANGE MAKERS UNITE: AVIVA KLEIN & THE BLOOD CRISIS (6:00PM CT)
If you were told the majority of blood donors are middle aged white men, would you have made the connection that in a few years, America will face huge blood shortages and preventable deaths? Aviva Klein did, and at only 22 years old she created the University Blood Initiative, the only non-profit that ensures that young Americans and Americans of color are educated about, donating, and have access to an adequate, life-saving blood supply. During this interactive and personable event, you’ll learn two things: How to take action or create your own non-profit based on causes you’re passionate about and facts about blood that might make your blood run cold.
Thu 15
THANK AN ESSENTIAL EMPLOYEE (WEEKLONG)
UChicago’s Essential Staff has been working hard throughout the pandemic to keep campus safe for students, faculty, and staff. Write a brief note of appreciation for us to share with them!
Fri 16
FOLLOW THAT MONEY (12:00 – 12:30PM CT)
Join the Student Alumni Committee as they host a workshop on how to equip your Student Group or team to be effective fundraisers. Leverage the tools in place through the UChicago Alumni office’s Student Advancement team and the Center for Leadership and Involvement.
Don’t forget to support your favorite cause and receive this custom mint plant starter kit!
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