
The mission of Chicago Charity Group is to do our part of selfless service as citizens of this beautiful city, to lend a helping hand, to make a difference, and to perpetuate positive and compassionate thinking.

Creating Unforgettable Events
We hold charity events to raise funds that allow us to carry out our mission. No cause is too big or too small. In addition, we are building a reserve fund for emergencies, allowing us to be prepared and on-site anywhere we may be needed at a moment’s notice.
The Chicago Charity Group was conceived over a typical dinner among five guys who have been close friends since high school. During this dinner, we were discussing plans for a Christmas party. As the plans evolved, we found ourselves organizing a charity event to collect donations for a local church and for a children’s hospital.
The plans for the event fueled our sense of giving, and thus we decided to form the Chicago Charity Group, an organization that will allow us to make a difference together. We have always given our time individually to various charitable causes. Now, as part of one organization, we can pool our passion, our resources, and our friends to really touch others’ lives.

Founders
Jason Storey, Brian Thomson, Kevin McNicholas, Dan Morteo, and Brian Russo
Events + Impact
Christmas Party & Toy Drives

3rd Annual
December 5th, 2009– Sokol Spirit • Brookfield, IL
Chicago Charity Group celebrated its third annual Christmas party and toy drive at Sokol Spirit in Brookfield, where Santa Claus dropped in to greet everyone. The donated toys were delivered to local hospitals on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

2nd Annual
December 6th, 2008 – Sokol Spirit • Brookfield, IL
We moved this year’s party to a banquet room to make it more welcoming for kids. Guests donated new, unwrapped toys that were delivered to local hospitals on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. One of the highlights of the day was getting to spend time with Santa, who brought plenty of smiles.

1st Annual
December 15th, 2007 — Irish Times • Brookfield, IL
The collected toys were delivered by Santa to children spending the holidays at Advocate Hope Children’s Hospital in Oak Lawn, Illinois. Food donations were taken to St. Barbara’s Food Pantry in Brookfield, Illinois.
Pig Roasts

2nd Annual
June 20, 2009
Proceeds from the event went towards Dreams for Kids‘ extreme recess program. This adaptive sports program offers children with physical and developmental disabilities the opportunity to participate in adventure activities.

1st Annual
May 31, 2008 — Bemis Woods • Western Springs, IL
Food, fun, and games for the whole family helped send children with muscular dystrophy to summer camp. Donations included food, beer, and wine. Several raffles were held throughout the day including raffle tickets for prizes and a split-the-pot money prize.
