Instructed classes of 30 high school students in the Young Community Changemakers (YC2) program about philanthropy and local need in their communities, culminating in $15,000 health equity grants chosen by the students Facilitated multifaceted conversations about ethical considerations in philanthropy using case studies and theory Assisted with Request for Proposal development, proposal review, site visit preparation, and group grant decisions

Managed grant applications and individual donor engagement efforts, including an end-of-year giving campaignCreated foundational materials for all homelessness-related research projects

Researched and reported on policy issues relevant to the FoundationFacilitated correspondence with key stakeholders throughout ChicagoOrganized materials and meetings for the Civic Engagement team

Conducted research on women’s body image, including the effects of negative body talk and self-compassion

Compiled a literature review on best metrics to measure success in homelessness interventionsCollaborated with community partners to design a needs survey for women experiencing homelessness

Analyzed trends in the implementation of the Affordable Care ActFacilitated qualitative interviews about high-enrollment states’ successful Open Enrollment outreach efforts