This will be the first event we’ve had in Chicago since I’ve been here,” said Cutler, who was acquired by the Bears in a blockbuster trade on April 2, 2009. “It’s important to me. It’s special because I did a lot of things in Denver and then last year with the move we just weren’t able to get things together to get anything going.

“Juvenile diabetes is very important to me. We’re always trying to give back as much as possible to the kids. I got it at age 26. I can’t imagine a kid getting it at four or five years old.”

General admission tickets for the Vegas Night Charity Cruise cost $200 and include a three-course dinner, dancing, premium beverages and more. VIP tickets cost $400 and include access to a VIP room. Though the cruise features a Las Vegas theme, there will be no gambling on the boat.

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