The FECK Awards: Celebrating Forgiveness, Empathy, Compassion & Kindness
The FECK Awards Are Here!
April 4 | Chicago
It’s time to give a FECK!
On April 4, we’re bringing the boldest and most inspiring leaders – those who embody the spirit of the FECK Principles – together in Chicago for an unforgettable live event celebrating the people and organizations who refuse to sit on the sidelines.
The FECK Awards honor those who lead with heart and elevate humanity — in community, in business, and in culture. Inspired by Chaz’s recent book It’s Time to Give a FECK: Elevating Humanity through Forgiveness, Empathy, Compassion, and Kindness, these awards spotlight everyday heroes and bold visionaries who:
- Build bridges across divides
- Mend wounds through reconciliation
- Show compassion in times of need
- Spark kindness that ripples through communities
This isn’t your typical awards ceremony. It’s high-energy. It’s purpose-driven. It’s unapologetically real.
And on April 4, 2026 we will honor the winners LIVE in Chicago.
What to Expect
✨ Powerful stories about real-life change-makers: our FECK Award winners!
🎶 A live Chicago-based musical performance
🎤 Inspiring speakers
🎉 A celebration of impact and courage in action
Join community leaders, executives, entrepreneurs, culture shapers and most importantly, people who lead with heart – for a night that celebrates impact!
Be in the Room
The FECK Awards Live Event
📍 Ritz Carlton Water Tower Place, Chicago, IL
📅 Saturday, April 4, 2026
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM Reception • 6:30 PM Dinner & Awards Show
Seating is limited, and this event is expected to sell out.
Come ready to celebrate. Come ready to connect. Come ready to give a FECK!
Hosted by Chaz Ebert,
publisher of rogerebert.com
Feck Awards Event
6:00pm, Saturday, April 4, 2026
The Ritz Carlton Water Tower Place
160 East Pearson Street,
Chicago, IL 60611
