17th Annual Chicago River & Lake Michigan Boat Cruise Fundraiser

Wendella Tours, Docks 3 and 4, Kinzie Street Chicago, IL 60611

Registration available HERE

SAME’s Chicago and Lake Michigan Post invite you to attend our 17th Annual Boat Cruise Fundraiser. This two-hour cruise is an enjoyable way to spend a summer evening with fellow SAME members and guests, and has become a highlight of our summer programs!

Started in 2007, the Cruise has raised over $50,000 for various veteran and military family support organizations. Our goal for this year’s event is to raise $10,000 through corporate sponsorships and attendance. We are continuing our long-standing support to Fisher House—Illinois. New this year, we will be supporting V.E.T Service Dogs, a non-profit organization which helps provide veterans with the best quality service dogs.

WHEN:

Tuesday, August 27, 2024
7:00-9:00 P.M. Twilight Cruise
(6:45 P.M. Boarding Time)
5:00 P.M. Dinner/Networking

WHERE:

Board at: Wendella Boats
West Docks located at Rush & Kinzie
Streets along the Chicago River
Dinner/Networking at Beat Kitchen on the
Riverwalk, 91-95 Riverwalk, Chicago, IL

COST:

Individual Tickets
Private Sector — $75
Public Sector/Military/Veterans — $50

Registration available HERE

Interested in sponsoring our event?

Sponsorship opportunities are available at multiple levels, as listed below:

  • Admiral: $1,500 includes 4 admissions to the boat cruise event.
  • Captain: $750 includes 2 admissions to the boat cruise event.
  • First Mate: $350 includes 1 admission to the boat cruise event.
  • Small Business: $250 includes 1 admission to the boat cruise event.

To sponsor, please request the sponsorship form from one of our co-chairs:

  • Rob Foster, robert.foster@akana.us; (708) 533-7111
  • Todd Polacek, tpolacek@eaest.com; (608) 206-4902
  • Anngie Richter, anngie.richter@stantec.com; (815) 954-8081

Additional event and sponsorship information: