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As an organization; we have established a history of community service by contributing time, materials, resources and financial donations to the causes of those who share our civic goals.

But even those efforts are not enough to fill the needs that surround us each day. Despite what we can offer from within our own walls, we increase our efforts by enlisting the assistance of our sponsors, our fans and individuals who share our philanthropic goals.

In 1987, we founded a non-profit organization to aid in our civic tasks, especially where children are concerned. CharitaBulls was formed with the mission to enhance the lives of Chicago’s youth by actively creating and supporting educational, recreational and social programs. By fundraising through special events, raffles and corporate and personal donations, we have been able to multiply our financial resources and provide a wealth of support to children and young adults throughout the Chicagoland area.

Over the years, CharitaBulls has contributed tens of millions of dollars for a variety of worthy causes in the Chicagoland area.

James Jordan Boys & Girls Club and Chicago Bulls Family Life Center
In 1994, the James Jordan Boys & Girls Club and Chicago Bulls Family Life Center was erected in memory of James Jordan, father of Bulls great Michael Jordan. CharitaBulls donated $4.5 million to construct the 40,000 square-foot facility located just two blocks from the United Center. The Club features a computer center, art studio, science lab, gym, dance and game room, classrooms and more.

Since its opening in 1996, the Club has served approximately 1,500 neighborhood children and their families each year as part of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Chicago network. CharitaBulls continues to provide financing for the Center’s programs and complimentary tickets to the children who frequent the Club.

In 2008, CharitaBulls donated $600,000 to the Club which will be spread out over three years and provide for facility and operational expenses as well as new educational and social programming for children that attend the Club.

Chicago Public Library
Since 1994, we have pledged our support to the Chicago Public Library System by adopting the Mabel Manning branch located just two blocks west of the United Center. CharitaBulls contributed more than $100,000 to furnish the library’s Computer Court - a tech center with computers, printers and software for use by library patrons. In 1998, we pledged an additional $50,000 to upgrade the Computer Court’s equipment and hire a part-time tutor.

Other Recipients
As part of our goal, CharitaBulls strives to assist other organizations who share our mission of enhancing the lives of children. To that end, we annually contribute to hundreds of Chicagoland non-profit organizations through financial and in-kind donations.

CHARITABULLS FUNDRAISING

To fund the numerous programs CharitaBulls supports, we rely on contributions from our corporate partners, individuals and the following annual fundraising events and programs:

Tip-Off Luncheon
Each October, we officially open the season by hosting nearly 1,000 guests at our Tip-Off Luncheon. The event provides our fans and supporters with the opportunity to hear what is on tap for the upcoming season with addresses from management, coaches and the players themselves. In conjunction with the event, we hold a silent auction of autographed Bulls memorabilia.

50/50 Raffle
At every home game during the regular season, we sell tickets for our 50/50 Raffle. During the fourth quarter of each regular and post-season home game, one lucky winner is drawn to take home 50 percent of the evening’s net earnings from ticket sales. The remaining 50 percent benefits CharitaBulls. Since the 1996-97 season when it was first introduced, the 50/50 Raffle has raised over $1.2 million.

In-Game Auctions and Memorabilia Sales
In-game memorabilia auctions offer our fans and visitors a chance to own a piece of Bulls history while contributing to the CharitaBulls mission. Items such as autographed jerseys, basketballs, shoes and warm-ups from players past and present are displayed for silent bidding throughout halftime of each home game. Approximately $200,000 is raised each season through our in-game auctions and memorabilia sales.

FestaBulls
Tickets for the most anticipated charity dinner auction in Chicago are now on sale. The 21st annual FestaBulls, presented by Verizon Wireless, will be held in the evening on Monday, March 8 at a new location – the Shedd Aquarium!

This year, fans will get to mingle and dine with their favorite Bulls’ players and legends while also enjoying all the exhibits and aquatic life at the Shedd Aquarium. You’ll also have the chance to own a piece of sports history by purchasing one of the many valuable items up for bid in the live and silent auctions. Tickets are $250 each. Each guest will receive gifts from both the Bulls and the Shedd Aquarium. Additionally, VIP tickets which include an exclusive pre-event reception with players, coaches and Bulls legends are also on sale.

Click here to make a donation or purchase tickets online. You may also make your reservations by calling 312.455.4122 or e-mailing hthomas@bulls.com.

Chicago Bulls Golf Outing
The thrid annual Chicago Bulls/Verizon Wireless Charity Golf Outing will be held on August 31, 2010 at the White Pines Golf Club in Bensenville, IL. The second annual charity golf outing was held on August 20, 2009 at the White Pines Golf Club. Bulls’ personalities including legends Scottie Pippen, Artis Gilmore, Tom Boerwinkle, Dave Corzine, Brad Sellers, Randy Brown, Bob Love, General Manager Gar Forman, broadcasters Bill Wennington, Stacey King and Chuck Swirsky along with Benny the Bull, the Luvabulls and many more including former Olympian Jackie Joyner-Kersee were all on hand for a day of golf.

Guests attending the event had the opportunity to play golf, have lunch and mingle with their favorite Bulls’ celebrities while bidding on a wide selection of sports memorabilia. The silent auction, raffles and contests included Bulls’ autographed jerseys, shoes and basketballs as well as items from other Chicago sports teams.

All proceeds from the Chicago Bulls/Verizon Wireless Charity Golf Outing benefitted CharitaBulls, the Bulls charity and Prevent Child Abuse America. CharitaBulls is dedicated to enhancing the lives of Chicago’s youth by actively supporting educational, recreational and social programs to help make Chicagoland a better place to live. Prevent Child Abuse America engages communities through the important work of strengthening families and valuing children. For more than 30 years, Prevent Child Abuse America has been the leading national organization focused on preventing child maltreatment before it occurs.

Corporate Partner Donations
The generosity of our corporate partners plays a tremendous role in CharitaBulls programming. By donating funds based on the number of victories, dunks, free throws, blocked shots, points, steals, rebounds and assists our team logs each season, corporations allow our organization to continue providing support to the youth in our area. The CharitaBulls Corporate Partner Program accounts for approximately $50,000 each year.

Scoreboard Messages/Additional Funding Sources
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