Of course, Whaddayaknow? is best known for offering unmatched trivia and bingo experiences to Chicagoland and beyond, but didyaknow that we also love to give back to the community we are lucky enough to call home?
From November 2nd through January 3rd, Whaddayaknow? is supporting a local coat drive.
You may remember this coat drive running from some of our trivia locations in the past, and we are back again this holiday season!
Please consider participating by bringing any new or gently used coats (both adult and children’s sizes are gratefully accepted) to your next trivia night.
Participating teams will receive an extra bonus point for the night. The coats will be collected weekly and a consolidated donation from several locations will be made to The Night Ministry to help those in need this winter.
Thanks in advance for your support in spreading warmth this winter!
Participating Locations
About The Night Ministry
The Night Ministry is a Chicago-based organization whose mission is to provide human connection, housing support, and health care to those who are unhoused or experiencing poverty.
They compassionately accept each individual as they are, with an open heart and open arms. Their work includes advocacy for immediate physical, emotional, and social needs, while affirming our shared humanity.
TLDR: they are people helping other people.
Core Values of The Night Ministry
Interested in learning more about the organization?
Here are their core values:
- Accountability
- Service
- Dignity
- Equity
- Innovation
- Hope
FAQ
Can I donate any kind of coat?
Yes! We are gratefully accepting both kids and adult sizes, and only ask that coats are new or gently used. If you'd feel good handing your coat (in its current condition) directly to someone, we can use it!
Can I bring a coat each week for a bonus point?
If you have a new or gently used coat to donate each week, be our guest!
Do multiple coats count as multiple points?
Your team can receive 1 bonus point per week for participating, regardless of how many members bring in a coat (or several). You'll get the perk of a point and the knowledge that you gave someone a way to manage this Chicago cold that is already creeping in!
Do I have to be a regular at trivia to join in?
Not at all. Whether this is your first time coming to trivia, you've been a handful of times, or you are a seasoned regular looking to get a leg up in the TOC standings, you are welcome to participate!
Want to Partner with Whaddayaknow?
Aside from this season's annual coat drive, W? is always looking to partner with more nonprofit organizations, events, and programs that focus on giving back to our Chicago community.
Whether its people, animals, initiatives, or anything else that provides support, we would be more than happy to discuss partnering with you.
If you, or someone you know, leads programming for charitable fundraisers or other events and is looking for a genuinely engaging, fun way to host an event, let's talk!
We can share references, talk about program options, customize a recurring event schedule, or plan for a one-time date to see how it goes. We're here to work with you and what you need to create a successful experience.
Anna Shoultz serves as the Content and Editorial Coordinator for Whaddayaknow? Free Pub Trivia. Her first experience with Whaddayaknow? preceded her move to Chicago by nearly a year, when friends she was visiting took her to trivia at The Green Lady. After officially moving from San Diego, that one-off trivia night became a Chicago staple. Throughout the years, she’s joined friends that are Wednesday regulars at Friar Tuck, popped into seasonal music bingo at Hubbard Inn, and attended various other trivia nights across the city. After all, anyone who knows Chicago in the winter knows that this is one of the best (sometimes only) activities to keep warm, see friends, and get out of the house on gloomy weeknights.
In her role, Anna develops editorial content, visual storytelling, and social media features that introduce new audiences to Whaddayaknow? while celebrating the regulars who make each venue unique. Whether she's highlighting a championship team, spotlighting a neighborhood host, writing about a recent volunteer event, or capturing the energy of a packed trivia night, she enjoys documenting the moments that keep players coming back week after week.
When she's not behind the camera or planning content, you’ll find Anna trying new restaurants across the city, reading at the Lakefront, browsing pop-ups and farmers markets, or, of course, finding her new favorite spot to play trivia!