Major Gifts
Generous support from Chicago’s top civic, corporate, and philanthropic leaders makes it possible for the Chicago Council on Global Affairs to educate the public about critical global issues and to influence important policy debates. Invest in the Council’s work to broaden our convening power and expand the research to make an impact on global affairs.
Major Gifts Benefits
Directors' Circle
$10,000+
Ambassador's Circle
$15,000+
Chairman's Circle
$25,000+
Founders'
Circle
$50,000+
Benefits of President’s Club Gold donors
Invitations to join private roundtable discussions with Council Fellows, policy analysts, and government officials that examine relevant geopolitical trends around the world
Invitation to travel internationally as part of the annual Leadership Study Mission with board members; previous trips have been to Colombia, Brussels, Cuba, Norway, Iceland, Sweden, South Korea and Japan
Ongoing networking opportunities to meet speakers, Council Fellows, and major donors at this level and above at private receptions and dinners
Recognition in the Council’s annual donor listing
Customized engagement opportunities related to your expertise and interest
Opportunity to request policy briefings 1:1 with Chicago Council policy experts
Intimate conversation on Council President’s annual review
Invitation to join Council leadership in welcoming dignitaries and experts in advance of the Council events
Major Gifts Benefits
Complimentary admission for you and guests, space permitting, when attending public programs at Council’s Conference Center
Access to events planned exclusively for President’s Club members, including briefings on the Council's research
Invitation to join the Young Professionals Network
Reduced member-rate for breakfast and lunch programs
Core benefits for two individuals in the same household
Benefits of President’s Club Gold donors
Invitations to join private roundtable discussions with Council Fellows, policy analysts, and government officials that examine relevant geopolitical trends around the world
Ongoing networking opportunities to meet speakers, Council Fellows, and major donors at this level and above at private receptions and dinners
Recognition in the Council’s annual donor listing
Invitation to travel internationally as part of the annual Leadership Study Mission with board members; previous trips have been to Brussels, Cuba, Norway, Iceland, Sweden, South Korea and Japan
Customized engagement opportunities related to your expertise and interest
Opportunity to request policy briefings 1:1 with Chicago Council policy experts
Intimate conversation on Council President’s annual review
Invitation to join Council leadership in welcoming dignitaries and experts in advance of the Council events