Karam’s first virtual benefit will take place Thursday, June 18th. From discussions with Karam House students and families in Turkey to a live art show and musical performance here in the US, this global celebration of Syrian achievement is bound to leave you inspired and uplifted. Join us in empowering...
A blessed wardrobe for Syria by Mariam Shibly
Join us for an evening of fashion, food, and fun! A Blessed Wardrobe will showcase designs by Chicago-based designers, SubeenaZ, Niswa Fashion, The Luxelle, Kiran Faisal and Muslima Chic with stunning jewelry by Velvet Rose Jewelry. Appetizers and sweets will be provided by Honey Doe Chicago, Sweet Soirees Chicago and Caked...
Making & remaking our home(land): loss, resilience, and an alternative future for syria
Will Syrians ever find home again or are we destined to forever settle in the plight of resettlement? Must we finally let go of home in order to belong once more? For millions of displaced Syrians around the world, home prevails somewhere between fading memories and fragile dreams. In the...
A fall evening for Syria in Boston!
Join us for a fundraising dinner featuring an inspiring fireside chat with one of the Arab world’s most storied entrepreneurs and technology investors, Fadi Ghandour, and Karam Foundation’s Founder and CEO, Lina Sergie Attar. Meet the Karam board and learn about our innovative programs to support Syrians in need. Tickets...
Karam Foundation’s annual Mother’s Day Brunch in Chicago
Join Karam Foundation for our 11th annual Mother's Day Brunch on Sunday, May 13th. Together we will celebrate all the beautiful mothers in our community. Early bird ticket rates are available for adults until May 1, tickets purchased after May 1 will be $95. Sunday May 13, 2018 11 AM...
Karam Foundation x Wework present: a chat with Chelsea Handler
Comedian, talk show host, author, and activist, Chelsea Handler will be discussing today's trending issues, what's important now, and her passion for helping Syrian refugees. Chelsea has been a longtime supporter of Karam Foundation. She has sponsored the education of dozens of Syrian refugee children for more than a year,...
Cozy up with Karam
Karam Foundation to Host Winter Warm Up Coat and Blanket Drive, and Open House at Gorton Community Center. Lake Forest, IL, September 7, 2017 – Karam Foundation extends an invitation to the public to join them for tea, coffee, and Syrian-style desserts on Thursday, October 5, from 9 a.m. –...
Lunch with Chelsea Handler
Join us for an exclusive luncheon with one of America’s most talked about celebrities. Meet comedian, author, and talk show host, Chelsea Handler! In 2012, Chelsea was listed as one of Time Magazine’s 100 Most Influential People. She currently hosts the popular Netflix talk show, Chelsea. We are thrilled to share an...
Refugees, resiliency, and public space; the bsa Syria initiative
The charrette will take place in three meetings, in March and April, 2017. The first will be a kickoff and in-depth information exchange; the second, a hands-on workshop, concluding with a spectrum of concept ideas; and the third, the final presentation. Kickoff - Friday, March 24, 2017, 9:00 am–noon
No lost generation: student leadership conference | Panel with Lilah Khoja
Join government and private sector officials and college students to discuss the response to the Syrian refugee crisis with a particular focus on providing education to all children in need. With an innovative and interactive format, the conference will seek to provide projects and ideas for students to work on...
Movie in the park: salam neighbor by Unicef next generation and Karam Foundation
Grab your blankets and join UNICEF NextGen and Karam Foundation for a screening of Salam Neighbor in the park! From the same team that brought you Living on One Dollar, Salam Neighbor is an award-winning film and campaign to connect the world to refugees. Immerse into the life of a Syrian refugee...