Wintrust Financial Corporation has signed-on as the Presenting Sponsor of The Great Chicago Fire Hydrants, a public art campaign showcasing the heroism of Chicago fire fighters.  The campaign will feature displays of five-foot tall fiberglass fire hydrants decorated by artists ranging from 12 years of age to 87.  The campaign will launch on September 11th and will culminate with an auction benefiting the 100 Club of Chicago.

“Our sponsorship of The Great Chicago Fire Hydrants campaign is a reflection of our commitment to the communities that we serve and particularly to the heroes who have dedicated their lives to the public service and protection of those communities.  If we can help to raise awareness about fire safety for families, we absolutely want to be a part of that.” – Edward Wehmer, CEO of Wintrust Financial Corporation

Wintrust will be identified in plaques at each of the fire hydrants as well as in media promoting the campaign to the public.