



MARWEN CELEBRATES ITS 35TH ANNIVERSARY IN CHICAGO AT THE 2022 PAINTBRUSH BALL
Event will spotlight Marwen’s history and look forward to the next 35 years of making an impact on Chicago youth through free arts programming
Friday, May 20, 2022, 6 pm - midnight
Revel Motor Row, 2400 S. Michigan Ave
(Chicago, IL – April 15, 2022) Marwen announces the return of its largest annual fundraising event, Paintbrush Ball 2022, which will celebrate the organization’s 35th anniversary. Held on Marwen's birthday, Friday, May 20, the festivities take place at Revel Motor Row, 2400 S. Michigan in Chicago, from 6 pm to midnight. New this year is the After-Party, an exciting addition that will put icing on our cake. Bring your dancing shoes – we are here to party! Enjoy a night of fun, friends, and art.
The year’s theme is “We Are Here.” These words tell a Marwen story 35 years in the making – years full of inspiration, imagination, creative voices, and a growing community of thinkers and makers. The event theme was conceived by Creative Sponsor Leo Burnett, and the event was designed in collaboration with The Revel Group.
Marwen trustees Elizabeth Brady (Allstate), Todd Heiser (Gensler), and Regin Igloria (Ragdale) are co-chairing this year’s Paintbrush Ball, which raises funds to support Marwen’s free visuals arts courses and creative academic and career pathway programming for Chicago youth in 6-12th grades across the city.
In addition to cocktails and appetizers, dinner, DJ sets, and a brief program, Paintbrush Ball 2022 will have a neighborhood and experience themed Silent Auction. Gary Metzner (SVP of Sotheby’s) and Marwen Trustee Molly Morse Limmer (Hindman Auctions) will emcee a lively Paddle Raise and DJ Matt Roan and Marwen trustee DJ Tony Junior (Antonio Garcia) will provide the evening’s entertainment. Catering is provided by Limelight Catering.
“We are ecstatic to bring back such a cherished event and to celebrate the journeys of young people throughout Marwen’s remarkable history and future – especially after all we have traversed over the past couple of years,” said Akilah Halley, Marwen’s Executive Director and alumna.
TICKETS & PACKAGES
“All-Night” tickets are $500 and are an all-access pass to the event including a reception at 6 pm and after party starting at 9 pm. “After-Party” tickets are $100 and include access to the late night event from 9 pm to midnight. Tickets are now available at paintbrushball.givesmart.com.
Sponsorship opportunities are available and range from $2,500 to $25,000. Contact Ariadna Ginez, Manager of Individual Giving & Stewardship, at aginez@marwen.org for more information.
2022 PAINTBRUSH BALL SPONSORS
AllianceBernstein
Andrew & Karen Jacobs
Amy & Andy Bluhm
Bryan Traubert & Penny Pritzker
Carol & Larry Levy
Chiara & Dan Wrocinski
Deborah & Stephen Quazzo
Isa & Adam Pressman
James & Mary Hill
Jason & Amanda Mirach
Kevin & Jane Berg
Lee & Sharon Oberlander
Marcy & Greg Carlin
Molly Morse Limmer & Seth Limmer
Nils & Stacey Larsen
Sally Pofcher
Steve & Karen Berkowitz
Wheeler Kearns Architects
ABOUT MARWEN
Since 1987, Marwen has educated and inspired young people to nurture their growth and build their futures through art and community. Marwen provides no-cost visual art courses, college planning, and career development programs to 6-12th graders from across the city. For more information visit marwen.org.
Please note that in an earlier version of the release Marwen alumna DJ Sadie Woods was listed as performing at the event. This information has been updated.
MEDIA CONTACT
Kennon Reinard, Associate Director of Communications
kreinard@marwen.org
Photography and video are welcome during the event; please arrange in advance.
MARWEN CELEBRATES ITS 35TH ANNIVERSARY IN CHICAGO AT THE 2022 PAINTBRUSH BALL
Event will spotlight Marwen’s history and look forward to the next 35 years of making an impact on Chicago youth through free arts programming
Friday, May 20, 2022, 6 pm - midnight
Revel Motor Row, 2400 S. Michigan Ave
(Chicago, IL – April 15, 2022) Marwen announces the return of its largest annual fundraising event, Paintbrush Ball 2022, which will celebrate the organization’s 35th anniversary. Held on Marwen's birthday, Friday, May 20, the festivities take place at Revel Motor Row, 2400 S. Michigan in Chicago, from 6 pm to midnight. New this year is the After-Party, an exciting addition that will put icing on our cake. Bring your dancing shoes – we are here to party! Enjoy a night of fun, friends, and art.
The year’s theme is “We Are Here.” These words tell a Marwen story 35 years in the making – years full of inspiration, imagination, creative voices, and a growing community of thinkers and makers. The event theme was conceived by Creative Sponsor Leo Burnett, and the event was designed in collaboration with The Revel Group.
Marwen trustees Elizabeth Brady (Allstate), Todd Heiser (Gensler), and Regin Igloria (Ragdale) are co-chairing this year’s Paintbrush Ball, which raises funds to support Marwen’s free visuals arts courses and creative academic and career pathway programming for Chicago youth in 6-12th grades across the city.
In addition to cocktails and appetizers, dinner, DJ sets, and a brief program, Paintbrush Ball 2022 will have a neighborhood and experience themed Silent Auction. Gary Metzner (SVP of Sotheby’s) and Marwen Trustee Molly Morse Limmer (Hindman Auctions) will emcee a lively Paddle Raise and DJ Matt Roan and Marwen trustee DJ Tony Junior (Antonio Garcia) will provide the evening’s entertainment. Catering is provided by Limelight Catering.
“We are ecstatic to bring back such a cherished event and to celebrate the journeys of young people throughout Marwen’s remarkable history and future – especially after all we have traversed over the past couple of years,” said Akilah Halley, Marwen’s Executive Director and alumna.
TICKETS & PACKAGES
“All-Night” tickets are $500 and are an all-access pass to the event including a reception at 6 pm and after party starting at 9 pm. “After-Party” tickets are $100 and include access to the late night event from 9 pm to midnight. Tickets are now available at paintbrushball.givesmart.com.
Sponsorship opportunities are available and range from $2,500 to $25,000. Contact Ariadna Ginez, Manager of Individual Giving & Stewardship, at aginez@marwen.org for more information.
2022 PAINTBRUSH BALL SPONSORS
AllianceBernstein
Andrew & Karen Jacobs
Amy & Andy Bluhm
Bryan Traubert & Penny Pritzker
Carol & Larry Levy
Chiara & Dan Wrocinski
Deborah & Stephen Quazzo
Isa & Adam Pressman
James & Mary Hill
Jason & Amanda Mirach
Kevin & Jane Berg
Lee & Sharon Oberlander
Marcy & Greg Carlin
Molly Morse Limmer & Seth Limmer
Nils & Stacey Larsen
Sally Pofcher
Steve & Karen Berkowitz
Wheeler Kearns Architects
ABOUT MARWEN
Since 1987, Marwen has educated and inspired young people to nurture their growth and build their futures through art and community. Marwen provides no-cost visual art courses, college planning, and career development programs to 6-12th graders from across the city. For more information visit marwen.org.
Please note that in an earlier version of the release Marwen alumna DJ Sadie Woods was listed as performing at the event. This information has been updated.
MEDIA CONTACT
Kennon Reinard, Associate Director of Communications
kreinard@marwen.org
Photography and video are welcome during the event; please arrange in advance.
MARWEN TO RECEIVE GRANT FROM THE NATIONAL ENDOWMENT FOR THE ARTS
Chicago [January 20, 2022] — Marwen has been approved for a Grants for Arts Projects award to support arts education within our Studio Programs. Marwen’s project is among 1,248 projects across America totaling $28,840,000 that were selected to receive this first round of fiscal year 2022 funding in the Grants for Arts Projects category.
“The National Endowment for the Arts is proud to support arts projects like this one from
Marwen helps support the community’s creative economy,” said NEA Acting Chair Ann Eilers. “Marwen in Chicago is among the arts organizations nationwide that are using the arts as a source of strength, a path to well-being, and providing access and opportunity for people to connect and find joy through the arts.” For more information on other projects included in the Arts Endowment grant announcement, visit arts.gov/news.
“Support from The National Endowment for the Arts has spanned three decades at Marwen,” shared Akilah Halley, Executive Director and Marwen alumna. “We are ecstatic for their continued support, which directly impacts accessibility to our no-cost arts courses and workshops for young people here in Chicago.”
Marwen’s Studio Programs represent a suite of virtual and in-person courses designed in collaboration with community-based artists and emerging artists 16-24 years old. Courses encompass a wide range of art disciplines including painting, photography, time-based media, fashion and fiber arts, natural or plant-based arts, sculpture, ceramics, design arts, and mixed media.
ABOUT MARWEN
Since 1987, Marwen has educated and inspired young people to nurture their growth and build their futures through art and community. Marwen provides no-cost visual art courses, college planning, and career development programs to 6-12th graders from across the city. For more information visit marwen.org.
MARWEN TO RECEIVE GRANT FROM THE NATIONAL ENDOWMENT FOR THE ARTS
Chicago [January 20, 2022] — Marwen has been approved for a Grants for Arts Projects award to support arts education within our Studio Programs. Marwen’s project is among 1,248 projects across America totaling $28,840,000 that were selected to receive this first round of fiscal year 2022 funding in the Grants for Arts Projects category.
“The National Endowment for the Arts is proud to support arts projects like this one from
Marwen helps support the community’s creative economy,” said NEA Acting Chair Ann Eilers. “Marwen in Chicago is among the arts organizations nationwide that are using the arts as a source of strength, a path to well-being, and providing access and opportunity for people to connect and find joy through the arts.” For more information on other projects included in the Arts Endowment grant announcement, visit arts.gov/news.
“Support from The National Endowment for the Arts has spanned three decades at Marwen,” shared Akilah Halley, Executive Director and Marwen alumna. “We are ecstatic for their continued support, which directly impacts accessibility to our no-cost arts courses and workshops for young people here in Chicago.”
Marwen’s Studio Programs represent a suite of virtual and in-person courses designed in collaboration with community-based artists and emerging artists 16-24 years old. Courses encompass a wide range of art disciplines including painting, photography, time-based media, fashion and fiber arts, natural or plant-based arts, sculpture, ceramics, design arts, and mixed media.
ABOUT MARWEN
Since 1987, Marwen has educated and inspired young people to nurture their growth and build their futures through art and community. Marwen provides no-cost visual art courses, college planning, and career development programs to 6-12th graders from across the city. For more information visit marwen.org.
Welcome back!
We hope you’ve been staying safe as we transition into the new year. As we’re gearing up for Spring 2022 courses, we are making critical decisions for the health and safety of our community, including requiring proof of vaccination for all in-person programming. Please review Marwen Covid Protocols for Spring 2022 HERE. See below for opportunities available for young people this Spring.
Marwen’s no-cost programs exist for young artists in Chicago who want to explore visual arts, can commit to an 10-week art class, are in 6th-12th grades during the 2021/22 school year, and do not have access to arts programming due to financial and systemic barriers. Learn more about our values and how we invest in the power of young artists.
What to know before you register:
Register for all courses at marwen.org/registration between January 26 - February 2, 2022.
Registration is open for one week. Course selections will be confirmed via email the following week.
Each course meets once a week and runs for 10 weeks from February 16 through April 30.
Have questions? Reach out to us anytime at registrar@marwen.org or via text at 312.374.2968.
Welcome back!
We hope you’ve been staying safe as we transition into the new year. As we’re gearing up for Spring 2022 courses, we are making critical decisions for the health and safety of our community, including requiring proof of vaccination for all in-person programming. Please review Marwen Covid Protocols for Spring 2022 HERE. See below for opportunities available for young people this Spring.
Marwen’s no-cost programs exist for young artists in Chicago who want to explore visual arts, can commit to an 10-week art class, are in 6th-12th grades during the 2021/22 school year, and do not have access to arts programming due to financial and systemic barriers. Learn more about our values and how we invest in the power of young artists.
What to know before you register:
Register for all courses at marwen.org/registration between January 26 - February 2, 2022.
Registration is open for one week. Course selections will be confirmed via email the following week.
Each course meets once a week and runs for 10 weeks from February 16 through April 30.
Have questions? Reach out to us anytime at registrar@marwen.org or via text at 312.374.2968.
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WHEN: Fridays, 3:30 - 5:30 pm (August 6, 27; September 17; October 8)
WHO: 12 and older
WHERE: Marwen, 833 N. Orleans Street
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WHEN: Fridays, 3:30 - 5:30 pm (August 6, 27; September 17; October 8)
WHO: 12 and older
WHERE: Marwen, 833 N. Orleans Street
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