The All Chicago Associate Board is a dynamic group of passionate individuals dedicated to supporting All Chicago’s mission and initiatives. Comprising enthusiastic young professionals and emerging leaders (ages 24-45), the Associate Board actively contributes by providing fresh perspectives and strategic insights and leveraging a range of skills.
The Associate Board is dedicated to ending homelessness through volunteering, achieving financial milestones, and promoting awareness of All Chicago’s impactful work. Our strength stems from a network of engaged professionals actively supporting All Chicago’s programs.
No experience with board service is necessary. Associate Board members generally serve a term of at least 2 years, with 1-2 hour committee OR board meetings monthly and other optional outings, events, and networking opportunities throughout the year.
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis throughout the year. If you have already submitted your application, you should hear from an Associate Board member or All Chicago Staff within a week. If you have any follow-up questions or need assistance, please contact Avery Scott at ascott@allchicago.org.
Benefits of Joining the Associate Board
- Impactful Cause: Contribute directly to the mission of preventing and ending homelessness and making a tangible difference in the lives of individuals and families in need.
- Skill Enhancement: Develop and refine leadership, networking, and organizational skills through hands-on experience and collaboration with fellow professionals.
- Networking Opportunities: Build a robust network of like-minded professionals, establishing valuable connections within the organization and in the broader community.
- Advocacy Role: Serve as an advocate for homelessness issues, utilizing your skills to raise awareness and support for All Chicago’s programs.
- Contribute Financially: Support All Chicago’s financial goals through fundraising efforts, contributing to the sustainability and growth of crucial programs and initiatives.
Responsibilities of the Associate Board
- Wholeheartedly champion and promote the mission of All Chicago.
- Attend at least 75% of board events and meetings, whether in person or virtually.
- Engage in All Chicago and the Associate Board’s social media – share content and brainstorm fresh ideas for dialogue around our impact.
- Play an active role on at least one Associate Board Committee. (learn more about committees below)
- Grow our community! Recruit ONE new member annually or introduce FIVE individuals to All Chicago through Associate Board activities.
Give-Get Commitment
Purpose: The purpose of this Give/Get Policy is to ensure that each Associate Board member actively contributes to the fundraising success of All Chicago and demonstrates a meaningful commitment to our mission.
Annual Commitment
Each Associate Board member agrees to meet an annual Give/Get goal of $500. This can be achieved through:
- Give: A personal, tax-deductible donation to All Chicago
- Get: Securing donations from personal and professional networks (e.g., friends, family, colleagues, or employer matches).
Members are encouraged to fulfill this commitment through a combination of personal giving and fundraising activities.
Ways to Fulfill Your Commitment
Examples include (but are not limited to):
- Making a personal donation.
- Selling tickets or securing sponsorships for Associate Board fundraising events.
- Hosting a personal fundraiser (e.g., birthday fundraiser, social media campaign).
- Securing donations from employers, matching gifts, or local businesses.
- Participating in peer-to-peer fundraising campaigns.
2026 Associate Board
Pictured: Associate Board members at the Breakfast with All Chicago Fundraising Event.
Leadership Team
Destinee Miguest
President
Emily Preece
Vice President
Margaret Pelka
Secretary
Lilette Ramos-Baker
Recruitment and Retention Chair
Anusha Kalyanasundaram
Fundraising Chair
Melvin Douglas Craig III
Governance & Operations Chair
Arun Seka
HUB International
Sepora Badower
Bernstein Private Wealth Management
Bailey Foster
Preservation of Affordable Housing
Cache’ Binion
CMB Investments and Consulting
Charlie Isaacs
City of Chicago Community Commission for Public Safety & Accountability
Lisa Corday
Chicago Center for HIV Elimination (University of Chicago)
Dominique Davis
Mercy Housing
Hailey Oliff
AJ Capital Partners
Kimberly Riquelme
President, Continuum of Care Youth Advisory Board
Taryn Hayes
Indeed.com
Associate Board Committees
Membership, Recruitment, & Outreach Committee
- Strategize and implement effective outreach methods to foster the growth and retention of the Associate Board membership.
- Facilitate meetings to extend a warm welcome and provide comprehensive onboarding for all new members.
- Collaborate with staff to guarantee that new members receive all necessary welcome materials and information.
- Regularly assess and address member expectations, ensuring a high level of satisfaction with their overall experience.
Events Committee
- Plan and execute one large and one to two small engagement, fundraising, or educational events annually (examples include wine tasting, tailgate party, partner site visit, Chicago history tour, etc.).
- Collaborate with venues to secure dates, coordinate event details, and manage the event budget.
- Partner with staff and the Marketing & Communications Committee to publicize events and facilitate ticket sales.
- In coordination with the Membership & Recruitment Committee, organize one to two networking events aimed at involving new individuals in All Chicago’s mission.
