Golden Hour Gala
Step into an evening of warmth, brilliance, and possibility. The Golden Hour Gala is The Honeycomb Project’s inaugural celebration of the young leaders shaping Chicago’s future. Set against the stunning backdrop of The Wellsley by Boka Restaurant Group, the night will feature a chef-driven seasonal menu, inspiring stories from our Honeycomb Leadership Corps, and an unforgettable night of music and connection.
BEEcome a Sponsor
Sponsorship of the Golden Hour Gala is more than a moment in the spotlight—it’s a year-round partnership in building a brighter future for Chicago.
On event night, sponsors enjoy premium perks like a table of 10 with preferred seating, repeated name or logo recognition, and signature Honeycomb touches that make the evening unforgettable.
Even more meaningful is the opportunity to sponsor a Honeycomb volunteer project of your choice, creating 12 months of visibility and real impact in the community.
We’ve curated a list of 25 Honeycomb projects currently in need of support. Whether you’re passionate about a specific organization, eager to expand Honeycomb’s impact citywide, or want to support a project that’s close to your heart, there’s something here for you.
Together, we’ll turn one golden night into a year of impact. Thank you for your support.
Our 2025 Gala Sponsors
HOST COMMITTEE
Event Co-Chairs
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BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Meagan Newman, Chief Operating Officer, Bartlit Beck LLP (Board President)
Jennifer Paik Chung, FP&A Technology Manager, Optiver (Vice President)
Catherine Tannen, Co-Founder, The Honeycomb Project; Attorney (Treasurer)
Raji Bedi, Product Advisor & Investor
Paris Byrd, Chief of Staff: Legal, Obama Foundation
Eric Fox, General Manager at Cooper's Hawk Winery and Restaurants
Carlos Garcia, Managing Partner, CMGIS Advisors
Kathryn Konrad, Managing Director, J.P. Morgan Private Bank
Kristina Lowenstein, Co-Founder and Executive Director, The Honeycomb Project
Jeffrey Sorensen, Partner, PwC
Why Your Support Matters
Proceeds from the Golden Hour Gala will support more than 350 high-impact volunteer projects over the next year, helping us reach more families, deepen our partnerships, and expand our impact. Your sponsorship of the event will help:
Mobilize 6,000+ youth and families in 2026 and 2027
Provide consistent support to 60+ nonprofit partners
Keep all programs 100% FREE for the families and organizations we serve
Nonprofits across Chicago are struggling to meet growing demands with shrinking resources. Honeycomb is stepping up—but we can’t do it without you.
Local organizations rely on Honeycomb for essential support, whether it’s serving meals at shelters, providing diapers and clothing to families in crisis, or delivering groceries to homebound seniors.
Our monthly programs provide a free, reliable pipeline of volunteers to nearly 60 organizations. But with community needs accelerating, we must grow. In 2025 alone, over 5,400 youth and families from 90% of Chicago zip codes participated in our programs—and demand continues to rise.
By supporting the Golden Hour Gala, you will help us meet this moment, ensuring every child can lead, every family can serve, and every nonprofit gets the support they need.
About Us
Imagine a city where every child is empowered to shape the course of their community, where their voices are heard, and their actions drive real social change. That vision comes to life every day at The Honeycomb Project.
Since 2011, Honeycomb has served as a leader in family volunteering. From tackling food insecurity and housing instability to protecting the environment, we help kids take action on global issues starting in their own backyards.
Honeycomb kids gain a deeper understanding of the world through real-life experiences, while providing vital resources and volunteer support to 60+ nonprofits.
