Social Justice Celebration & Fundraiser

Sat Jun 06 2026 at 05:00 pm to 08:00 pm UTC-05:00

McKinley Foundation at the University of Illinois | Champaign

McKinley Foundation
Publisher/HostMcKinley Foundation
Social Justice Celebration & Fundraiser
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You're invited! Help us celebrate recipients of this yearโ€™s community grants and raise funds toward a brighter future for our community!
About this Event

Welcome to the Social Justice Celebration & Fundraiser! Join us on Sat, Jun 06, 2026 at 5:00 PM at the McKinley Foundation for an evening of fun and inspiration celebrating local organizations and individuals we have supported in their fight for social justice. Funds raised at this festive event will allow us to continue our important work in fostering these vital local programs. Enjoy live music, delicious drinks, and circus-themed food while making a difference in our community. Let's stand together for a better future!

Can't make it to the celebration? Consider making a donation. 100% of your gifts to back to the community!


Agenda

๐Ÿ•‘: 05:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Musical Guests
Host: The Sweet Nothings

Info: The Sweet Nothings is a traditional jazz group from Bloomington, Il led by Trenton Perry on guitar and vocals. The band consists of Allison Thabit on trumpet, Joe Holland on electric upright bass, and Eric Knutilla on his eclectic washboard/suitcase drumset. They are influenced by the music of the early swing period, such as Louis Armstrong, Fats Waller, Ella Fitzgerald, and Django Reinhardt. They bring fresh, new energy to the genre, and have become a recent favorite of the swing dance groups in central Illinois. They have been described as a mix between The Squirrel Nut Zippers and Postmodern Jukebox.


๐Ÿ•‘: 05:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Live Caricature Drawings
Host: Dan Wild

Info: Wild is a local illustrator, designer, caricaturist, and author. He will provide live caricature drawings during the event.


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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

McKinley Foundation at the University of Illinois, 410 E Daniel St, Champaign, United States

Tickets

USD 0.00 to USD 50.00

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