Free Spirit Community Arts + Media

We reached our $50K fundraising goal! Thank you to all our sponsors and new donors, to for a generous matching gift, and to everyone who attended A NEW ERA last week! We couldn’t do this work without your support 🥳

Want to see more photos from the Snap Yourself booth? Visit the link in our bio!

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URGENT‼️ We need help making our movie! We’re seeking a young Black male lead and a unique Chicago home to feature in our short film JUNE 5th, 6th and 7th. Please share with your creative community. Compensation is provided! Send photos and portfolios to [email protected] or [email protected]. Serious inquiries only, please. Thank you!

TODAY we’re honoring 25 years of partnering with young storytellers to transform media and society. Tickets are SOLD OUT! Thank you to our community of artists, parents, partners, funders and friends for your continued support as we enter A NEW ERA! We can’t can’t to celebrate with you 🥳🤩 🪩

🥳 TOMORROW, Thursday, May 21st, we’re entering A NEW ERA of alignment with our mission partnering with young storytellers to transform media and society.

Free Spirit Media was officially established on May 23, 2001. 25 years later, Free Spirit Community Arts + Media continues to honor a history of transformation with a more intentional focus on building a collaborative community of young Chicago creatives. THANK YOU to everyone who has shown support, and a special shoutout to our event sponsors! We couldn’t do this work without you.

There are still a few tickets left at bit.ly/freespirit25 (link in bio) and limited tickets will be available at the door. Come celebrate with us! 🪩

TWO DAYS AWAY! We only have a dozen tickets left!! Grab yours to bring in A NEW ERA with us this Thursday 🤩 Can’t make it? Show your support with a donation at bit.ly/freespirit25 (link in bio)! 🪩

THREE MORE DAYS: Thank you to everyone who already grabbed their tickets for our 25th Anniversary Fundraiser! They’re going fast, so get yours today to join us in celebrating A NEW ERA this Thursday 6-10 PM at Hoste in Pilsen. Purchase tickets and make a donation at bit.ly/freespirit25. Link in bio! 🥳

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Come party with us this Thursday as we celebrate 25 years of dedication to our mission of partnering with young storytellers to transform media and society! 🪩 Tickets are still available at bit.ly/freespirit25. Also, we're still accepting applications for our new Director of Development! Learn more here: https://mailchi.mp/freespiritmedia/may2026

🪩🥳 You’re invited to our 25th Anniversary Fundraiser! Next week, join us as we celebrate A NEW ERA of transformational partnership with young storytellers at Free Spirit Community Arts + Media.

Doors open promptly at 6pm next Thursday at HOSTE, a beautifully renovated light-filled industrial space in Pilsen. Be prepared for an inspiring program featuring young artist presentations and our special honorees, Free and co-founder of Jessica Sarowitz, while our music partner curates the vibes behind the DJ booth all night.

Small bites and dinner will be provided by local catering champion Chef Ambitza along with sweet treats from our friends . Adult beverages will be provided by our venue hosts, HOSTE Cocktails, along with beer from at our open bar. Come dressed in your best creative chic—get as glam as you like, as long as your unique flair shines through. And make sure you show off your look with our friends at at the photo booth! ✨

Tickets are available at the link in our bio or (bit.ly/freespirit25). Can’t make it? Show your support with a donation by scrolling to the bottom of our Zeffy event page 🎉

We’re looking for an equity-driven Director of Development to join our team this July. Learn more at freespiritmedia.org/about (link in bio).