2026 Youth Job Center Gala

We hope you’ll join us for a festive night of inspiring stories, delicious food, and opportunities for community connection—all in support of Youth Job Center’s life-changing youth workforce programs.

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DATE & TIME

April 23, 2026

VIP reception at 5:30 p.m.

Main event at 6:30 p.m.

VENUE

Chicago History Museum

1601 N. Clark St., Chicago, IL 60614

(Valet parking available.)

DRESS CODE

Business/after-five attire

CAUSE

Youth Job Center is a workforce development and job placement agency that connects young people with jobs, professional training, one-on-one career coaching, and a variety of supportive resources to help level the playing field and enable young people from all backgrounds to achieve financial stability and professional fulfillment.