On Saturday, Dec. 2, 2017, the Teamsters National Black Caucus Chicago Chapter hosted its 10th Black Tie Affair, a fundraising event at Chateau Del Mar in Hickory Hills, IL.

Through this annual event, TNBC raises necessary funds to support political action initiatives, educational programs, legal support and workplace representation. The organization escalates the level of participation within Teamster locals by providing exposure to the International Brotherhood of Teamsters’ dedication to a diverse membership.

“TNBC Chicago has presented a total of $22,000 in scholarships over the years, thanks to the generous support of our affiliates in Illinois and across the country.”  -Ramon Williams, President of TNBC

Most notably, the organization generated and provides generous educational scholarships at this function every year for the last seven years. “TNBC Chicago has presented a total of $22,000 in scholarships over the years, thanks to the generous support of our affiliates in Illinois and across the country,” said Ramon Williams, President of TNBC.

Participants dressed in their finest wear and danced the night away.

Formed in 1971, the Teamsters National Black Caucus is an organization of dedicated to unifying Teamsters and workers of all crafts concerning employee rights and working conditions related to the jobs they perform.