Responsible for providing strength-based, client-oriented, relationship-driven, and family-focused services and interventions to individuals or families served by Volunteers of America of Illinois. Responsible for the development of contacts with service providers and agencies for resident referrals, educating clients on available services, and monitoring the provision of services by VOA of Illinois.

The RISE Fellowship brings together early-career professionals in the social impact/non-profit sector who are looking for impactful professional development opportunities in order to bolster their engagement and improve their performance at work. During the program, Fellows build leadership and professional skills, gain a solid understanding of how non-profit and mission-driven organizations function, engage in mentoring relationships and networking, and cultivate a growth mindset.

- Coordinated and facilitated after-school programming for K-5 students at shelter site- Maintained records regarding students, volunteers, and program activities- Communicated and built relationship between Chicago HOPES for Kids and shelter directors, parents, volunteers, and students

- Direct women’s economic initiatives in rural Maasai village including small businesses and short-term work projects- Organize special events and programming for students to supplement their education- Recruit and liaise with international NGO partners for special programming- Build and maintain relationships with village leaders, members and employees to gain cultural insights and ensure community buy-in and participation- Adapt to new cultural, governmental and language… Show more - Direct women’s economic initiatives in rural Maasai village including small businesses and short-term work projects- Organize special events and programming for students to supplement their education- Recruit and liaise with international NGO partners for special programming- Build and maintain relationships with village leaders, members and employees to gain cultural insights and ensure community buy-in and participation- Adapt to new cultural, governmental and language challenges as they arise- Create important development materials including 2019 annual appeal and child sponsorship document- Support school administrative activities, including updating the school database, tracking student school fee payments, etc. Show less

Ravinia serves over 85,000 community members through Ravinia's REACH*TEACH*PLAY® Programs each year, ensuring that music education remains accessible to all. REACH*TEACH*PLAY programs are designed to educate, foster diverse audience involvement, and provide the population with equitable access to live music experiences in their communities and at Ravinia.- Led the planning and execution of multiple KidsLawn music education events at Ravinia Festival location ○ recruiting… Show more Ravinia serves over 85,000 community members through Ravinia's REACH*TEACH*PLAY® Programs each year, ensuring that music education remains accessible to all. REACH*TEACH*PLAY programs are designed to educate, foster diverse audience involvement, and provide the population with equitable access to live music experiences in their communities and at Ravinia.- Led the planning and execution of multiple KidsLawn music education events at Ravinia Festival location ○ recruiting volunteers, gathering resources, and running logistics during the events - Coordinated logistics for three-day teacher training conference including communicating with workshop leaders and attendees, gathering documentation for workshop leaders and attendees, and working on-site for three day training event. Collaborated with Chicago Public School representatives to plan free visits to Ravinia concerts. Show less

Friends of The Children's Hospital Association has a mission of providing holistic support to the Red Cross War Memorial Children’s Hospital by offering resources and support to patients, caregivers and immediate families.- Designed arts and craft manual based on research of the benefits and best techniques for arts and crafts in children’s hospitals. - Created and led weekly arts and craft program for volunteers and patients of Red Cross War Memorial Children’s Hospital… Show more Friends of The Children's Hospital Association has a mission of providing holistic support to the Red Cross War Memorial Children’s Hospital by offering resources and support to patients, caregivers and immediate families.- Designed arts and craft manual based on research of the benefits and best techniques for arts and crafts in children’s hospitals. - Created and led weekly arts and craft program for volunteers and patients of Red Cross War Memorial Children’s Hospital Association. - Developed communication and adaptation skills by working with people of different cultures, languages, ages and backgrounds in the hospital. Show less

Team World Vision is a branch of the larger organization World Vision which is a Christian humanitarian organization dedicated to working with children, families, and their communities worldwide to reach their full potential by tackling the causes of poverty and injustice. The Team World Vision branch focuses on bringing clean water to those without through multiple fundraising endeavors. -Personally called potential Team World Vision marathon and half marathon race participants to… Show more Team World Vision is a branch of the larger organization World Vision which is a Christian humanitarian organization dedicated to working with children, families, and their communities worldwide to reach their full potential by tackling the causes of poverty and injustice. The Team World Vision branch focuses on bringing clean water to those without through multiple fundraising endeavors. -Personally called potential Team World Vision marathon and half marathon race participants to increase conversion from interest into commitment to race and raise funds for the organization. -Used database organization skills to create spreadsheets outlining participant information.-Participated in branch-wide national conferences to gain exposure to all career types in the organization. Show less

Ronald McDonald House Charities of Chicago and Northwest Indiana (RMHC-CNI) is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing a ‘home away from home’ for families of children with complex medical needs. RMHC-CNI allows families to stay close and lends a sense of comfort in their greatest hours of need.- Assisted in planning and execution of events, including White Sox Mullet Night at U.S. Cellular Stadium and 30th annual Golf Classic- Managed raffle display and sales raising… Show more Ronald McDonald House Charities of Chicago and Northwest Indiana (RMHC-CNI) is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing a ‘home away from home’ for families of children with complex medical needs. RMHC-CNI allows families to stay close and lends a sense of comfort in their greatest hours of need.- Assisted in planning and execution of events, including White Sox Mullet Night at U.S. Cellular Stadium and 30th annual Golf Classic- Managed raffle display and sales raising $14,300- Pursued and achieved multiple charity donations for fundraising events from outside businesses - Partnered with marketing intern to give informational presentation on RMHC-CNI and pitch an event proposal to entire office staff- Created promotional material for RMHC-CNI events including flyers, e-mail and raffle signage Show less