Attend an Event
Celebrate Service & Education
Throughout the year, we come together in solidarity to celebrate members of the buildOn movement and share how we unite people through service and education to ignite opportunity.
Join us at an upcoming buildOn event near you!
Jim Ziolkowski Fordham University Commencement Speech
Tune in to the livestream as our Founder & CEO Jim Ziolkowski delivers the commencement speech to graduating students at Fordham University’s Gabelli School of Business Graduate Diploma Ceremony.
Where: Online
When: 4PM EST • Tuesday • May 19, 2026
Drive for Students 2026
Swing big. Change lives. Join us for our annual Drive for Students fundraising scramble sponsored by Synchrony Financial to support buildOn’s Chicago students.
Where: La Grange Country Club • 620 S Brainard Ave • La Grange, IL
When: Monday • June 22, 2026
Built by You(th) Boston
Join buildOn in Boston for an evening that spotlights students stepping up, taking action, and strengthening their communities through service.
Where: Museum of Science • 1 Science Pk • Boston, MA
When: Thursday • October 1, 2026
Better Together Seattle
Come gather in Seattle over food and wine with a community of changemakers, supporters, and friends who believe education changes everything.
Where: Novelty Hill – Januik Winery • 14710 Redmond – Woodinville Rd NE • Woodinville, WA
When: Wednesday • October 14th, 2026
Tickets available soon!
Gala 2026
Join us for an inspiring evening that celebrates service, education, and the collective impact of 35 years working to unite people and ignite opportunity.
Where: Manhattan Center • 311 W 34st Street • New York, NY
When: Thursday • November 19th, 2026
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