Events

Surge and Headline Sponsors Acoulite, Sedus & Light Link invite you to a one-of-a-kind, inspirational gala celebrating 11 Years of Surge’s global impact and their commitment to sustainable design.

This year’s theme, Build Your Dreams, challenges designers to embrace the magic of childhood dreams and unfold them into the extraordinary reality always imagined. There are no limits – only boundless opportunities waiting to be seized.

Thank you to everyone who helped us turn up the volume for an unforgettable night where elegance met edge at Surge’s “Glam Rock” Gala.

You slipped into your finest, fiercest rock-inspired attire and danced the night away with electric performances, killer beats, and indulgent eats & drinks – all while rockin’ out for a great cause.

Thank you for helping us raise an amazing $200,000!

As menstruators, we’re deeply connected in many ways – our cycles being just one of them.

To deepen this connection, we joined together for a one-of-a-kind tea party to celebrate women’s health & wellness in honor of Menstrual Health Day.

Through gentle movement, interactive activities, and engaging conversations, we covered:

• Menstruality consciousness and wellness practices to live happier, healthier lives from puberty to menopause
• Local and global issues surrounding period poverty and ways to make a difference!

Surge and Headline Sponsors Acoulite, Sedus & Light Link had a one-of-a-kind, inspirational gala celebrating 10 Years of Surge’s global impact and their commitment to sustainable design.

This year’s theme, Design through the Decades – challenged designers to create a conscious piece honoring the 20s/ 50s/ 70s & 90s – iconic years that impacted all forms of design, from the fine and decorative arts to fashion, film, photography, and product design.

This event was licensed by the Islamic Affairs and Charitable Activities Department: PRHCE-001441422

Thank you to everyone who joined us for an evening filled with groovy beats, dazzling attire, and a celebration of the disco era at Surge’s electrifying ‘Saturday Night Fever’ Gala.

You dusted off your bell-bottoms, put on your dancing shoes, and stepped into the glittering world of the ’70s!

You danced, dazzled, and discoed the night away while making a difference!

Thank you for helping us raise an amazing $250,000!

Thank you to everyone who joined our Associate Board at Happy Camper Old Town for food, drink, and BINGO! You had a chance to win prizes and all funds raised benefitted Surge!

As menstruators, we’re deeply connected in many ways – our cycles being just one of them. To deepen this connection, we joined together for a one-of-a-kind tea party to celebrate women’s health & wellness in honor of Menstrual Health Day.

Through gentle movement, interactive activities, and engaging conversations, we covered:

• Menstruality consciousness and wellness practices to live happier, healthier lives
• Local and global issues surrounding period poverty and ways to make a difference!

An inspirational gala featuring Surge’s global work, Heritage themed creations, and sustainable design.

Presented By: Acoulite, MVP Tech, Sedus & Surge

This event is licensed by Islamic Affairs and Charitable Activities Department: PRHCE-000137264

THE GREATEST SHOW FOR THE GREATEST CAUSE

YOU WERE AWED BY JUGGLERS, STILT WALKERS, CYR WHEELS & CARICATURE ARTISTS!
PREDICTED YOUR FUTURE WITH TAROT CARDS…
ENJOYED YOUR FAVORITE CASINO GAMES…
AND DANCED THE NIGHT AWAY!

Thank you for helping us raise a tremendous $210,000!!

An inspirational gala featuring Surge’s global work, GAIA themed creations and the Sustainability Design Awards.

Surge’s panel at Chicago Water Week was an in-depth conversation highlighting Surge’s sustainable global work and how everyday Chicagoans are taking local action to make far-reaching global impact!

We dined, danced and had a ‘MAD OLE TIME.’ Most importantly we had our most successful gala to date, exceeding our goal to raise funds for our global programs. We remain blown away by all of the love and generosity.

Thank you for joining our Associate Board for another Vinyasa Yoga series to raise funds for our global projects!

All-levels were welcome for this in-person, rooftop experience with drinks – a great way to celebrate summer!

As women and girls, we’re deeply connected in many ways – our cycles being just one of them. To deepen this connection, we celebrated women’s health & wellness in honor of Menstrual Health & Hygiene Day. 

We covered local & global barriers around menstruation, menstruality consciousness and everyday wellness practices to live happier, healthier & stress-free lived and health benefits & implications related to our cycles.

Surge has worked in Haiti for the past 11 years, marking more of a decade of falling in love with the people — their food, culture, art, music and so much more.

At this virtual event, attendees learned about our work, this beautiful country and how to make Haitian Style tacos & fried plantains with Chef Phillipe Phil Sobon in a 1 hour engaging & entertaining lesson and delicious dinner.

In part thanks to our Headline Sponsors — Acoulite Acoustics, Surface Eleven & Milliken Floors, we had a successful 7th Annual ‘Design, Dine, make a Difference’ gala in Dubai.

The UAE’s leading Interior Design Houses addressed some of the biggest challenges facing our world and “Designed for a Better Future”. From lighting to furniture, to spaces, there were many sustainable creations!

We dined, danced and drank up the decades. Most importantly we exceeded our fundraising goal — thanks to attendees, sponsors and our host, Comedian Mona Aburmishan. Other key features including Professional Dancers from the ’20s, ’50s, ’70s & ’90s, Mixologists, Cocktail Kits, Gourmet Dinners, a Silent Auction & more.