About this Event
Welcome to Toast to Success 2026: The Next Course! 🥂
Join Charms Collective for an elevated evening of celebration as we recognize the achievements of our young leaders and the opportunities that lie ahead. This year, we're shifting the spotlight to our youth, celebrating not only how far they've come but investing in where they're going next.
Saturday, December 12, 2026 | 5:00–8:00 PM
The Sidney Agency
1330 E. 67th Street, Chicago, IL 60637
Come raise a glass with us as we celebrate growth, opportunity, and the next generation of success. The best is yet to come! 🥂
Event Details
🥂 Hour One | Mix, Mingle & Connect
Kick off the evening with great company, meaningful connections, and good vibes. Enjoy an intimate atmosphere as we bring together community supporters, professionals, and changemakers.
🍷 Hour Two | The Next Course: An Elevated Tasting Experience
Experience a thoughtfully curated wine and culinary pairing led by the talented young chefs of Charms Collective. Each course is an opportunity for our youth to showcase their creativity, skills, and growth through the culinary arts.
🏆 Hour Three | Celebrating Success & Investing in What's Next
The evening concludes with youth recognition, awards, and the presentation of our Next Course scholarships and sponsorships. We'll celebrate their accomplishments while investing directly in the opportunities, education, and careers that lie ahead.
✨ Dress Code | Sophisticated Holiday Chic
Think cocktail attire or elevated business casual with a festive twist. Come dressed to celebrate in style!
This year's experience is entirely youth-led. From the culinary creations to the evening's programming, our young leaders are taking center stage as we celebrate not only how far they've come, but where they're headed next.
Agenda
🕑: 05:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Mix, Sip and Mingle
Info: Kick off the evening with a glass of wine, great company, and meaningful connections. Enjoy a relaxed atmosphere as we bring together community supporters, professionals, and changemakers to celebrate another year of growth and success.
🕑: 06:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Doors Close: The Next Course: A Youth-Led Culinary Experience
Info: Take your seats for an elevated wine tasting and pairing experience curated and presented by the young chefs of Charms Collective. Discover their creativity, culinary skills, and passion as they guide you through thoughtfully crafted bites and wine pairings.
🕑: 07:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Celebrating Success: Youth Awards & Scholarships
Info: The spotlight turns to our young leaders as we recognize their accomplishments, celebrate their growth, and present awards and scholarships supporting their next steps. We'll close the evening with a special toast to their achievements and everything that's still to come.
Event venue & nearby stays
The Sidney Agency, 1330 East 67th Street, Chicago, United States
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