​The 2023 Annual Benefit will be held on the evening of
​Saturday, March 18, 2023 from 6:00 - 10:00pm,
​at Pinstripes in Northbrook.

Proceeds from the Annual Benefit auctions support everything that makes an SAA education special, including academic programs, fine arts, and financial aid. We will also be raising our paddles for the SAA Scholarship Fund again this year.
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 We are looking forward to celebrating with our community! 

​Auctions

​Silent Auction
The silent auction will open on March 18 at 6:00pm and will close at 9:45pm. All bidding for the silent auction will be done online at the event. Those not in attendance at the Annual Benefit can bid online  from home! Learn more about how to bid »  

Live Auction
During the Live Auction you will have the opportunity to bid on special packages and experiences donated by the SAA Community. 

Paddle Raise
We will raise our paddles in support of the SAA Scholarship Fund, providing opportunities for more gifted students to attend SAA and moving the school closer to the ultimate goal of funding full-need awards. 
 
If you will not be in attendance, we invite you to raise your paddle virtually by making a donation to the SAA Scholarship Fund. 

Cocktails & Dinner

We are pleased to offer an hors d'oeuvres and cocktail hour, followed by a family-style dinner service. Each table will receive all dinner items on our special event menu​.​

Hors d'Oeuvres​

• Feta & Spinach Phyllo (Vegetarian) 
• Veggie Hummus Cups (Vegetarian + Gluten Free) 
• Grilled Pesto Chicken Skewers with Fresh Herb Pesto (Gluten Free) 
• Tenderloin Sliders 

Dinner Service  

• Garden Salad (Vegetarian + Gluten Free) 
• ​Penne Pomodoro (Vegetarian) (Gluten Free version available; please request in advance) ​
• Chicken Parmesan (Gluten Free version available; please request in advance) 
• Maple Glazed Salmon (Gluten Free ​)
• Grilled Asparagus (Vegetarian + Gluten Free) 
• Parmesan Risotto (Vegetarian + Gluten Free) ​

Please note the dietary designation listed next to menu items. Fill out this form to request Gluten Free options, or if your dietary restriction cannot be accommodated with the meals above. Pinstripes will make every effort to accommodate requests.

Youth Event

We are excited to offer the Youth Event for the children of attendees ages 4-14! Tickets for the Youth Event can be purchased online with adult tickets.

We are pleased to offer the following a child-friendly buffet dinner, bowling, and fun activities planned and hosted by SAA faculty and staff. 

Appetizers

• Parmesan Chips (Vegetarian) 
• Hot Pretzels with Cheese Sauce (Vegetarian) ​​

Dessert

• Chocolate Chip Cookies
• Ghirardelli Triple Chocolate Brownies

Buffet

• Cheese Pizza (Vegetarian)  (Gluten Free version available; please request in advance) ​
• Crispy All Natural Chicken Tenders
• Fresh Fruit Platter (Vegetarian) 
• French Fries (Vegetarian) 

Please note the dietary designation listed next to menu items.
Please fill out this form if you are requesting Gluten Free options, or if your dietary restriction cannot be accommodated with the meals above. Pinstripes will make every effort to accommodate requests.

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Donate & Sponsor 

There are many different ways to get involved in the Annual Benefit! 

• Consider donating an item for our auction. We are currently seeking auction items of all types! Donated items in the past include gift certificates, handmade items, artwork, gift baskets, stays in vacation homes, tickets to museums, sporting events and performances, subscriptions to services, dinners at restaurants, and more!

 

• Support the event by becoming an event sponsor. Sponsorships include Cocktail Hour Sponsor and Dessert Sponsor. These sponsorships also include your tickets to the event!

 

• Promote your business or share a message with the SAA community by purchasing an Advertising Sponsorship.

 

• Show your appreciation by sponsoring a teacher’s ticket to the Annual Benefit.

​To volunteer, donate, or for more information, contact Benefit Co-Chairs, Bert Gutierrez-Wynne and Swati Shah, and Director of Advancement Emma Donatille​ at benefit@scienceandartsacademy.org.
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Thank You to Our Sponsors 

Youth Event Sponsors
Gary & Jodi Shakin

Teacher Ticket Sponsors
The Daoud Family
The Kessler Family
The Rodriguez Family








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2022 Annual Benefit Highlights