April 2026
Dear Friend of the PMA,
This year, the Polish Museum of America (PMA) Summer Gala celebrates Polish American contributions to 250 years of American Independence. As we prepare for this nation-wide jubilee, and in support of the biggest general operations fundraiser of the year, we turn to Polish Americans in Chicago and across the United States, as well as anyone who values Polish and Polonian culture and heritage. Your support is crucial in helping us preserve and promote our shared stories and treasures for future generations.
The Gala will be held on Friday, June 12, 2026, at the O’Hare Tech Center in Schiller Park, Illinois. We are proud to announce that Hubert Cioromski, Piotr Uzarowicz, and PNC Bank-Illinois will be honored with the Polish Spirit Award in the individual and organizational categories, respectively.
There are several ways you can be part of this special evening:
- APPEALS – Show your support with donations starting as low as $25 and know that your gift can go twice as far! Thanks to a generous, anonymous donation made in memory of Jack and Dorothy Radgowski, every dollar you contribute to the PMA will be matched up to $50,000.
Top donors will receive banner recognition, and all contributors will be acknowledged in the Program Book.
- ADS – Businesses and organizations can show support and congratulate this year’s Polish Spirit Award honorees by placing an ad in our program book. Ad options range from a $300/quarter page to a $1,000/gold full page. Celebrate excellence and gain visibility for your business.
- GUESTS – Attend the Gala and enjoy an elegant and memorable evening celebrating the PMA with your friends and colleagues.
- AUCTION – Gala attendees will have the opportunity for friendly competition in support of a great cause by bidding across a variety of items generously donated in support of the PMA. Don’t forget to bring your checkbook!
Support the PMA in preserving our heritage for future generations. Whether you choose one or all
of the ways to contribute, your support makes you an active partner in our shared endeavor. Join us
at exclusive events, explore new exhibits, and help ensure Polish heritage thrives for years to come. Celebrate 250 years of Polish contributions to the United States and help strengthen the legacy of Polish American culture. By supporting the PMA, you’re not just donating—you’re becoming a key part of our cultural journey.
Thank you for your unwavering commitment to the future of the Polish Museum of America!
