Fulfilling its motto of “Charity in the Neighborhood of Our Success,” The Magnificent Mile Charitable Foundation granted funds to 10 in-need organizations in 2009.

How the Foundation Raises money:

• Gala Roulette: GNMAA has an Annual Gala. This is the Association's formal event of the year. It is attended by 1000 of our  members, mostly board members, presidents, business leaders and owners of establishments around The Magnificent Mile neighborhood. GNMAA's Foundation hosts a fundraising activity at the reception - the Gala Roulette. Items donated by our members are beautifully wrapped ready for the roulette. Members pay $10 for a ticket. They draw a number which matches a wrapped gift. The goal is to raise at least $5,000.
• Ladies' Night Out: The concept is to have networking with drink and hors d' oevres, silent auction items in addition to the pampering services offered. A hefty goodie bag is also given to each attendee as they leave the salon. This usually sold-out event can accommodate up to 125 attendees and has consistently raised $5,000.
• Annual Raffle: Once a year, the Foundation also holds a raffle drawing during one of GNMAA's membership luncheons. Tickets cost $25 each and typically 3 prizes are drawn. Prizes are donated by GNMAA members. These donors are recognized during the raffle solicitation and at the day of the luncheon. The goal is to raise at $15,000.