Q101 cares and we are reaching our to our listeners in an effort to shed more light on community involvement. If you are involved with or know about a community event or charity, please let us know and fill out the submission form below. Must be a community based effort. Please include link to a website or social media post for verification. Submissions will be reviewed and posted if approved. Thank you for being part of the Q101 CARES Community.
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Charity / Community Event _ 2025
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6/16/25 – Ben Folds and Chicago Symphony Orchestra
On Monday, June 16th, Ben Folds returns to Symphony Center for a one-night-only collaboration with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra! Widely regarded as one of the major musical influences of his generation, Folds’ enormous body of genre-bending music includes pop albums with Ben Folds Five, multiple solo albums, and numerous collaborative records.
Join Us in Fighting Hunger! We previously partnered with the Chicago Food Depository for our annual God Bless the Gravy. This amazing organization is a vital resource for our community, providing food assistance to thousands of families in need.
How You Can Help:
Donate: Every dollar makes a difference. Consider making a financial contribution to the Food Depository.
Volunteer: Give your time and energy to help sort and distribute food.
Spread the word: Share this post with your friends and family to raise awareness about the Food Depository’s important work.
Together, we can make a real difference in the lives of those facing hunger in our community. Let’s join hands and build a stronger, healthier Chicago!
This change reflects that the partnership with the Food Depository for God Bless the Gravy has occurred in the past.
🔥 Q101 Presents an Exclusive BADFLOWER Pop-Up Concert in Chicago! 🔥
Event Details: 📅 Date: Thursday, May 29th 📍 Venue: The Cubby Bear (1059 W. Addison Street, Chicago, IL 60613) 🎟️ Admission: 21+ Show
🎤 Catch Brian Phillips Broadcasting LIVE! Join Q101’s Brian Phillips for an electrifying LIVE broadcast straight from The Cubby Bear from 3 PM to 7 PM! Be part of the excitement and tune in for exclusive on-air opportunities to win GUARANTEED ENTRY passes!
🤘 Feel the Intensity of BADFLOWER Live! Don’t miss your chance to witness BADFLOWER’s explosive performance in an intimate, unforgettable setting at Chicago’s legendary Cubby Bear. Get up close and personal with the band as they deliver a powerhouse performance that you won’t soon forget!
🎟️ FREE TICKETS – LIMITED AVAILABILITY! Secure your spot now by downloading your FREE ticket—available on a FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED basis! Hurry, these exclusive tickets will go fast!
✨ Sponsored By: Cubby Bear & Wintrust Community Bank
📌 Venue Information: The Cubby Bear 1059 West Addison Street Chicago, IL 60613
Mark Hoppus invites YOU to join him in sharing his story about growing up in the 80s only to form one of the biggest bands of his generation in his memoir, FAHRENHEIT-182. You’ll want to grab your tickets for this special event.
