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 25-45), the Associate Board actively contributes by providing fresh perspectives and strategic insights and leveraging diverse 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 socially conscious professionals actively supporting All Chicago’s programs.
Please complete the interest form linked below. If you have any 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 a diverse group of 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
All Associate Board members, excluding those with lived experience of homelessness, are asked to make an annual board contribution of $500. This contribution can be fulfilled through a combination of the following options:
- Personal gift
- Event ticket purchase
- In-kind donation (supplies, food for event, etc.)
- Employer match
- Corporate sponsorship
- Successful solicitation of donation or sponsorship
Aligning with fundraising best practices, our “give or get” policy emphasizes that each board member is encouraged to contribute a specified amount annually. This can be achieved either through personal resources (“give”) or by actively participating in fundraising efforts to secure monetary or in-kind resources from others (“get”).
Associate Board Leadership
The Associate Board is led by two co-chairs who will ensure the overall success of the Board’s mission. Co-chairs are supported by additional leadership roles, including Event, Fundraising, and Engagement Chairs, to ensure constant momentum and engagement of the board. Use the drop-downs below to learn more about each leadership position and the nomination/self-nomination process.
Co-Chairs
Purpose: Ensure the overall success of the Associate Board.
Term: Co-chair roles will serve staggered terms in two-year intervals.
Responsibilities:
– Be the main point of contact between All Chicago and the Associate Board.
– Schedule, set agendas, and send any follow up communication for all meetings.
– Lead meetings and ensure everyone has an opportunity to participate.
– Work with All Chicago to make final decisions on events, members, new processes, etc.
– Hold all members accountable for their required participation and fundraising goals.
Fundraising Chair
Purpose: Ensure the fundraising success and financial transparency of the Associate Board.
Term: One-year term, with the option to serve an additional year, at the discretion of Co-Chairs and All Chicago leadership.
Role: The Fundraising Chair tracks the AB’s overall fundraising goals, including individual give/get goals and in-kind contributions. This person also works with All Chicago to provide appropriate fundraising tools for members and acts as the lead on any major fundraising initiatives of the AB. This member will report to the Co-Chairs on overall progress throughout the year.
Engagement Chair
Purpose: Ensure effective growth and new member relationships of the AB
Term: One-year term, with the option to serve an additional year at the discretion of Co-Chairs and All Chicago leadership
Role: The Engagement Chair will vet, onboard, and welcome new members to the associate board. This role is also responsible for promoting/posting engagement and volunteer opportunities for new and prospective members.
Events Chair
Purpose: Ensure all events are executed successfully.
Term: One-year term, with the option to serve an additional year, at the discretion of Co-Chairs and All Chicago leadership.
Role: The Event Chair will be the point person for all events. This person also leads logistics and planning, as well as liaises with the organization and Co-Chairs on progress and success.
2024 Nomination Process
In 2024, the selection committee will be composed of All Chicago Staff. Self-nominations are encouraged and can be completed using the button below. Appointments will be made in August.
In upcoming years, nominations and appointments will be made by All Chicago Staff and AB Co-chairs.
Associate Board Committees
Marketing & Communications Committee
- Promote awareness of All Chicago and the Associate Board effectively.
- Enhance the visibility and engagement of the Associate Board across various social networking platforms.
- Implement strategic marketing initiatives to boost fundraising, recruitment, volunteering, and outreach events and activities.
- Cultivate and manage corporate relationships to secure sponsorships and donations and support recruitment efforts.
- Ensure cohesive and consistent messaging is maintained during events and across all promotional materials.
Membership & Recruitment 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.
