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[Update: 8 Apr 2026]
POLONIA IMPACT DAY 2026 – Registration closed
Registration for Polonia Impact Day is now officially closed.
We would like to extend our sincere thanks to everyone who has registered and expressed interest in participating in this important initiative. Your engagement and support are greatly appreciated.
Our team will be reaching out shortly to all registered participants with additional information and detailed instructions regarding the event. Please stay tuned for further communication.
[25 Mar 2026]
We invite leaders of Polish‑American organizations, as well as other community leaders, to take part in POLONIA IMPACT DAY in Springfield, Illinois – an important civic advocacy visit to the Illinois State Capitol on April 29, 2026.
Your participation will help demonstrate the strength, unity, and engagement of Polonia in public life, while providing a meaningful opportunity to represent our community interests and priorities directly to state legislators.
By joining this effort, you will contribute to building a visible, respected, and effective Polish-American presence in Springfield and to shaping lasting relationships that benefit Polonia across Illinois.
This important event is organized in cooperation between Polish American Congress, Illinois Division, the Dziennik Związkowy (Polish Daily News), Polish American Congress (National), and the Polish National Alliance.
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April 29, 2026
6:00 AM
Departure by charter bus from the Polish National Alliance Headquarters, 6100 N Cicero Ave. Chicago, IL.
Briefing and overview of the day’s objectives during transit. Refreshments served.
The price of bus transportation will be announced soon.
If you prefer, you can travel on your own and join us at the Capitol Building at 10:00 AM.
10:00 AM
Arrival in Illinois State Capitol Building in Springfield, IL
10:00 AM–12:00 PM
- Official welcome by Illinois Senator Robert Martwick
- Breakfast and meetings in the prestigious Room 114
- Guided tour of the Capitol
12:00 PM–4:00 PM
- Participation in the Session of Illinois Senate. Attendance in the Senate Chamber gallery
- Remarks by Consul General of the Republic of Poland in Chicago, Mrs. Regina Jurkowska
- Presentation of an Illinois Senate Resolution honoring the Polish American community
- Inauguration of Illinois Legislative Polish Caucus
- Lunch break
- Meetings and interactions with state legislators
4:30–7:00 PM
- Networking and “Pierogi Reception”
- Marine Bank Building
- Reception with Illinois elected officials, community leaders, and invited guests
- Pierogis and other delicacies from the Małopolska region of Poland will be served.
7:30 PM
Departure from Springfield
Approximately 11:30 PM
Return to Chicago. Arrival at PNA Headquarters
REQUIRED REGISTRATION HERE:
https://forms.gle/