Emerge; A Creative Immersive Experience

AN EVENING OF WORLD-CLASS DESIGN + ART, EMPOWERING WORLD-CHANGING PROJECTS WITH GLOBAL SOLUTIONS

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Chicago, IL, — Emerge, an immersive evening of extraordinary artwork, entertainment, and purpose-driven visions held on October 24 raised over $50,000 for world-changing projects. Hosted by Purpose Earth and its Chicago Creative Collective at the stunning Charcoal Factory Loft in Chicago, the event honored emerging grassroots projects driving global change, with all proceeds supporting Purpose Earth’s Grant & Mentorship Program.

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Guests had the rare opportunity to explore the historic Charcoal Factory Loft, while engaging with creative installations honoring environmental, cultural and community projects based in Thailand, Lebanon and Kenya, as well as Chicago’s very own Nordson Green Earth Foundation. These inspiring encounters were artistically integrated throughout the space to enjoy. The evening also included a culinary adventure and unique, craft cocktails and spirits celebrating flavors from around the world.

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A silent + live auction was a huge success, selling all listed creative experiences and stunning world-class artwork from renowned artists: Sandro Miller, Thomas Masters, Adam Siegel and Eric Gushee. Each artist has generously donated exclusive pieces, making the event a rare chance for attendees to acquire iconic works while supporting critical grassroots initiatives.

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Vanessa Palmer, Creative Director for Purpose Earth, shared:

“It brought me immense joy to witness this beautiful evening, a vision I had held for so long, come to life. With the support of an incredibly passionate and talented Chicago Creative Collective team, this experience became a reality. Watching designers and artists rally together to raise over $60,000 for our Purpose Earth projects worldwide exceeded all our expectations. Never underestimate the power of a group of purpose-driven, heart-centered individuals coming together to create meaningful change. This night was a testament to the extraordinary impact we can make when united by a shared mission.”

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Brizo Chicago proudly sponsored Emerge as the primary event partner, and 100% of all ticket sales and silent auction purchases went to Purpose Earth’s global grant and mentorship program supporting innovative projects from diverse communities.

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Members of the Chicago Creative Collective include the city’s top designers and artists in the industry:

Kasia Kay, Koren Nelson, Nora Schneider, Aimee Wertepny, Sarvin Haghighi and Vanessa Palmer.

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