How education and creativity can remake Bulgaria: Meet Teach For Bulgaria and Zdravka Evtimova in Chicago
We want to invite you to the upcoming event "How education and creativity can remake Bulgaria" in Chicago on May 15, 2025.
In this special month, when we celebrate Saints Cyril and Methodius, the Bulgarian alphabet, enlightenment, culture, and Slavic literature, we will gather to honor this great holiday and the power of education and philanthropy.
Join us for a thoughtful conversation with acclaimed author Zdravka Evtimova and Teach For Bulgaria CEO Trayan Trayanov.
Zdravka is one of the most renowned contemporary Bulgarian authors, recently nominated for the 2025 Best American Short Stories and the 2026 Pushcart Prize. Zdravka will share her creative and life philosophy, linking the topic with education, culture, and the future of youth in our country.
We'll explore how education and creativity open new possibilities for Bulgarian youth and strengthen our nation's future. You'll hear real stories from classrooms across Bulgaria where dedicated teachers are making a meaningful difference in students' lives.
This gathering provides a unique opportunity to connect with fellow Bulgarians and friends of Bulgaria who share a commitment to building a stronger homeland through quality education.
The event will bring together leading figures from Bulgaria's cultural and educational life under the hospitality of Ken and Linda Vander Weele, who believe in the power of education.
Together, we will explore how philanthropy and education can work hand in hand to transform children’s lives and create lasting opportunities for Bulgaria’s future.
Don’t miss the chance to be part of this unique evening at the Union League Club, where we will work together to shape the future of education in Bulgaria!
We look forward to seeing you!
Best regards,
Teach For Bulgaria Team