Great Blue Benefit

Join us for the 2025 Great Blue Benefit!

Event Information for Registered Guests

Thursday, June 12, 2025
6:00-9:00 p.m.
Columbia Yacht Club
111 N DuSable Lake Shore Dr, Chicago

We’re sold out! But you can still make a difference—donate below to support the Great Lakes.

Check out our parking map and driving directions before the event.

MEET OUR 2025 WAVEMAKER HONOREES

The Alliance for the Great Lakes is proud to announce our 2025 Wavemaker Honorees—leaders whose passion and commitment are shaping a stronger future for our Great Lakes. We’ll celebrate their incredible contributions at this year’s Great Blue Benefit on June 12, 2025, in Chicago.

Read More about Wavemaker Honorees here.

**Novem Cheng**
*Alliance for the Great Lakes Ambassador, Tech Professional, and Coastal Cleanup Champion*

**Debra Shore**
*Trailblazer in Environmental Policy and Great Lakes Stewardship*

**Alicia Smith**
*Director, Junction Coalition and Grassroots Water Advocate*

**Joyce Solberg**
*Legacy Leader, Gala Architect, and Lifelong Lake Michigan Steward*

We look forward to your presence at this year’s Great Blue Benefit as we strive to make an even greater impact together.

Proceeds from the Great Blue Benefit support the Alliance for the Great Lakes’ work to ensure the Great Lakes are clean, safe, and accessible for all generations.