2026 BTAS - GA and VIP Ticket Sales - Friday, April 3 - 8:11 pm CDT (1)

Join the Imani Pearls Community Development Foundation and JCCL Community Development Foundation for our signature fundraising experience—Bowties & Stilettos (BTAS) 2026—where style meets purpose and community meets celebration.

This is not just an event; it is a curated, high-energy celebration of Urban Excellence, bringing together Chicago’s finest tastemakers, professionals, creatives, and change agents for an unforgettable afternoon of connection, culture, and impact. Expect an elevated atmosphere filled with vibrant music, sophisticated style, dynamic entertainment, and thoughtfully designed experiences that reflect the essence of who we are and the communities we serve.

Every detail of BTAS is intentional—from the fashion-forward expressions of bowties and stilettos to the powerful mission behind it all. Your presence directly supports initiatives that uplift, empower, and invest in our communities—because when we gather, we give, and when we give, we grow.