64th Annual Golden Fellowship Dinner

On Saturday, November 8th, the Chicago Urban League will hold its 64th Annual Golden Fellowship Dinner (GFD), our signature fundraising gala that supports our service to thousands of Chicagoans. GFD is one of the most anticipated events of Chicago’s gala season, and this year, we expect to again welcome more than 2,000 business, civic, and community leaders to celebrate our collective progress and support the work that lies ahead.

Our 2025 gala theme, Shoulders We Stand On, Futures We Create recognizes the contributions of many individuals – past and present – who have helped foster economic empowerment, cultivate leadership, and break down barriers on the path to equity. Theirs are the shoulders we stand on as we continue our mission to drive lasting equity and prosperity for the future. Join us as we celebrate them, and enjoy live musical entertainment, great food, and more. It will be a night you do not want to miss!