Fall Fundraiser: Thursday, October 23, 2025
Raise a Stein for Progress: Empower adults to learn, grow, and thrive
Join us for a festive Oktoberfest celebration with food, drinks, raffle prizes, and great company!
All in support of helping adults achieve their life skill goals through accessible, customized English tutoring.
Let’s make a difference together!
Thursday, October 23, 2025
6 - 8:30 pm
Reserve 22
485 Winchell Way
Glen Ellyn, IL
Table Sponsors
Bernie and Chris Bartelli
Kristin and Brian Chmiel
Becky and Rodney Harris
Ian Livingston
Mike and Betsy Peska
Thank you to our Raffle Prize Donors!!
Amy Aiello Photography
Ana Aguilera-Duncan and Charles Duncan
Anderson's Bookshops
Anonymous (2)
Chicago Wolves
Kristin & Brian Chmiel
Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant
Frank and Jean Demas
Drury Lane
Egg Harbor
Laurie Hoffman
Gino's East
Halo Heat Sauna Studios
Honey Jam Day Cafe
Lettuce Entertain You
Lisle Public Library
Lou Malnati's Pizzeria
My Half of the Sky
Pete and Betsy Nassos
Nothing Bundt Cakes
Paramount Theatre
Scott Harris Hospitality
The Morton Arb
The Patio BBQ
Village Links of Glen Ellyn
Yoga by Degrees
- Your contribution, less $55 per individual or ticket, is tax deductible to the extent permitted by law.
Individual Adult (21+)Ticket: $80 includes admission for one, two drink tickets (cash bar available after drink tickets used), and open seating.
Tutor Ticket: $65 includes admission for one, two drink tickets (cash bar available after drink tickets used), and open seating.
Sponsor a Tutor: $65 Can’t attend the event? You can still make an impact! Purchase a ticket for a tutor to attend in your place. Your full contribution will be considered a donation.
Reserved Table: $800 includes admission for ten, two drink tickets for each individual (cash bar available after drink tickets used), and reserved seating.
If you know who your guests will be, please include their names with your reservation. If you don't have the information today, please forward to Kristin Chmiel when confirmed. Kchmiel@literacydupage.org or 630-384-9340.
Attire: Business Casual