Thank you for being a part of Spring Fling 2024
Aside from being an annual fundraiser for the work of the Chicago Black Gay Men’s Caucus, Spring Fling is a celebration of Black gay, bisexual, same gender loving men and our allies. Your incredible energy, joyful spirit and selfless generosity helped to make it a celebration filled with love and joy. For that, we extend our heartfelt gratitude.
We are thrilled to share that, thanks to your support and generosity, we raised an impressive $27,500! These unrestricted funds are vital for continuing our mission to advance health equity for Black gay, bisexual and same gender loving men through community-centered leadership and innovative programs. Thank you so much for your commitment and contributions to this work!
To our incredible Spring Fling 2024 sponsors – including the Chicago Department of Public Health, Gilead Sciences, Uncle Nearest Premium Whiskey, Moor’s Beer, Equality Illinois, Howard Brown Health, and Montrose Behavioral Health Hospital – we are deeply grateful for your generosity and commitment to our work.
We want to extend a special toast to Uncle Nearest for providing a captivating VIP tasting experience. Your storytelling brought the rich history of the Uncle Nearest brand to life, giving our guests a deeper appreciation for whiskey and its Black roots.
To our incredible volunteers, thank you for your tireless efforts and unwavering support. Your dedication behind the scenes was the backbone of Spring Fling’s success. WE COULD NOT HAVE PULLED THIS OFF WITHOUT YOU!
To the artists who donated their incredible works for our Black art gallery and silent action, your talent and generosity added a beautiful dimension to the event. Thank you for sharing your art with us.
VINCE.DE, your soulful performance set the perfect tone for the afternoon. Your music welcomed everyone into the space, creating an atmosphere of warmth and celebration.
Gregory Stewart, your performance was electrifying! We couldn't have asked for a better lead-in to our induction ceremony!
Congratulations to the newest inductees into the Chicago Black Gay Hall of Fame – Donald M. Bell, Peter Gaona, Dr. Mario Pierce, Dr. Mildred Williamson, Noel Green, and Joel Jackson – your contributions to our community throughout the years are truly inspiring! It was an honor to celebrate your achievements.
Monroe Diamond...your poetry stirred our souls and resonated deeply with everyone present. Thank you for sharing your artistry and enriching our event with your powerful words!
A special thank you to the dynamic Jacqueline Coleman from VisionQue LLC, whose spirited and jovial leadership during our “paddle raise” had us all reaching deep to support the cause. Jacqueline, your energy and passion were nothing short of infectious!
We're incredibly grateful for each and every one of you for helping to make Spring Fling 2024 an unforgettable experience. Whether you donated, volunteered, or simply showed up to celebrate with us, your presence made a difference. And for that, we are immensely grateful!
In case you missed it (or simply want to relive the moment), you can check out the media gallery here. And donations in support of the work of the Chicago Black Gay Men’s Caucus are also still very much appreciated and welcome here.
