City Club

What is the City Club?
The City Club of Chicago is a non-profit, non-partisan organization. The City Club hosts forums in downtown Chicago each month focusing on public affairs issues. These events foster discussion and debate of public affairs issues that affect our communities. The club is funded by membership dues and private donations.

Event Locations and Times

Where and when are Public Policy Breakfast Forums held?
Public Policy Breakfast Forums are held at Maggiano’s Banquets, located at 111 W. Grand Avenue (Clark Street and Grand Avenue). These events are held once or twice a month on any business day beginning with a reception at 7:30 a.m., and breakfast at 8:00 a.m.

Where are when are Public Policy Luncheon Forums held?
Public Policy Luncheon Forums are held at Maggiano’s Banquets, located at 111 W. Grand Avenue (Clark Street and Grand Avenue). These events are held several times a month on any business day beginning with a reception at 11:30 a.m. Luncheon service and the program begins at noon and concludes by 1:30 p.m.

Membership

How do I become a member of the City Club?
You may fill out the membership application on this website or call 312.565.6500 for a membership brochure to be mailed or faxed to you. You need only fill out the form and return it with payment. City Club membership is open to any citizen.

What benefits do I receive as a member?
As a member, you may attend events at a discounted rate, receive our weekly e-newsletter, receive invitations to special events, and network with some of the most prominent and influential business, civic and elected leaders in Chicago, the State of Illinois and the United States. Benefits vary according to the membership level you select.

How long does my membership last?
Your membership lasts one year from the date we receive your check. A letter will be mailed to you confirming your membership. E-mail info@cityclub-chicago.org or call 312.565.6500 to verify your membership start date.

When do I renew my membership?
You will receive an invoice for membership renewal approximately one month prior to your membership expiration date. You may e-mail info@cityclub-chicago.org or call 312.565.6500 to verify your renewal date.

Can members bring guests to events at a discounted rate?
Depending on the membership level you select, you may bring guests at the member rate to events.

• President's Club: City Club event discounts for 5 persons member + 4 guests).
• Corporate: City Club event discounts for 3 persons (member + 2 guests).
• Business: City Club event discounts for 2 persons (member + 1guest).
• Individual: City Club event discounts for 1 person.
• Student: City Club event discounts for 1 person.

Are my Membership Dues Tax Deductible?
Yes, as a 501(c)(3) organization designated by the Internal Revenue Code, your dues and contributions to the City Club of Chicago are tax deductible to the fullest extent of the law.

Reservations and Payments

Do you accept credit cards either for membership dues or events?
Absolutely! You may pay for your dues or forum reservations over the phone with either VISA or Mastercard.

Do I need to make reservations for City Club events?
Yes, we ask that you make reservations for any City Club event. To make a reservation(s), visit www.CityClub-Chicago.org/Events, register via City Club E-News, or call 312.565.6500 to speak with a City Club staff person who will gladly assist you.

Do I need to confirm reservations for City Club events?
No, it is not necessary to confirm your reservations. However, should an event sell out, City Club staff reserves the right to call to confirm your attendance and coordinate your payment or, if over capacity, to place those last reserved onto a waiting list.

May I cancel my reservations?
You may cancel your reservations at any time. Simply send an e-mail to info@cityclub-chicago.org or call 312.565.6500 to cancel. Please note that you must cancel your reservations 2 business days prior to an event in order to receive an account credit. Should you fail to cancel 2 business days in advance, you will be responsible for the full amount due.

Must I pay for reservations prior to the event?
We strongly encourage all members and non-members to pay in advance, which allows for a less hectic check-in process.

For a Public Policy Breakfast or Luncheon Forum, you may pay with check or cash at the event. Please note: We assign seats at Public Policy Breakfast and Luncheon Forums according to when we receive your payment. If you choose to pay at the event, you are less likely to sit near the podium.

For any sold-out events, we require you to pay in advance to guarantee your seat. If you choose not to pay in advance, we reserve the right to offer your seat to someone on our waiting list.

Do I receive tickets for my reservations?
No, all reservations are held at the door.

Do I receive seating assignments prior to the event?
Seating assignments are made available at check-in on the day of the event. We will make every effort to accommodate special seating requests provided you make such requests 72-hours prior.

Speakers

May I suggest potential speakers to the City Club?
Yes, we encourage members and non-members alike to suggest potential speakers. A committee comprised of City Club board members reviews all written speaker proposals on several criteria, including but not limited to timeliness of the issue, interest to the membership and date availability. To submit a suggestion, you may e-mail info@cityclub-chicago.org, fax 312.759.8339 or call 312.565.6500.

Sponsorship Opportunities

How can I sponsor an event?
As an individual or company, you may underwrite the cost of an event. As an underwriter, you are entitled to a table of ten persons at the event (preferred seating), event signage that includes your company logo, public recognition at the event and company logo and website links on this website. For more information on the cost of underwriting an event, you may e-mail info@cityclub-chicago.org or call 312.565.6500.

As an individual or company, you may sponsor a table at an event. As a table sponsor, you are entitled to a table of ten people at the event (preferred seating) and public recognition at the event.