About Us

On Thursday, October 2nd (6 pm to 11 pm), the BASE Chicago will host its 8th Annual Fundraiser at Joe's on Weed Street. This year’s theme is “Laughing is Good Medicine." The BASE Chicago is located in the West Garfield Park community. We are currently providing services to 600+ children on the westside of Chicago. The BASE Chicago provides academic enhancement, sports training, community service projects, college tours, mentoring, and leadership programming. All of these program services build better young people and better communities.
Please join in the mission to help us continue our work. #thebaseway
- BASE Chicago students have earned $750,000 dollars in academic scholarships from Elmhurst University.
- 50 BASE Chicago student-athletes are attending selective enrollment schools.
- 100% of BASE Chicago high school seniors have gone on to college or have enrolled in a trade program (Carpentry, HVAC, Electrician).
- 30 BASE Chicago young people are currently attending colleges and universities across the country
- BASE Chicago students have graduated from institutions of higher learning such as: New York University, Miami-Ohio University, Spellman College, Valparaiso University, University of Illinois, Illinois State University.
- The BASE Chicago was featured in Disney TV program "RENNERVATIONS " with actor Jeremy Renner. Highlighting the work of the organization
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- The Base Chicago
- 230 N. Kolmar Ave
Chicago, IL 60605
DONATION

8th Annual Fall Fundraiser
8th Annual Fall Fundraiser
“Laughing is Good Medicine"
Save the Date: A Night Full of Laughs, Friendship, Drinks and Appetizers!
Capacity: 300 People
Ticket Price: $40
Location: Joe's on Weed Street
Date: 2 October 2025
Time: 6pm-11pm
Parking: Available at 939 W. North Avenue Garage and street parking is available after 6pm.
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