The 2018-2019 school year is upon us! Learn how you can get involved in a school this year at our upcoming Volunteer Fair. Learn about the following volunteer opportunities and more! Tutoring - during the week or on Saturdays Mentoring Stock Market Program Sitting on a School Board Give Back Days Mock Interviews Committees To RSVP […]
Big Shoulders Fund and Kristin Ziemke, Big Shoulders Fund innovation leader, collaborated with teachers and staff at the Academy of St. Benedict the African to create a flexible innovation lab was created to provide students with resources and experiences that put them in the center of learning. Because of this exciting initiative, Big Shoulders has […]
We are thrilled to announce that Big Shoulders Fund has received a Chicago/Midwest Regional Emmy nomination for our collaboration with p3 mediaworks on the “Circle of Impact” video, which premiered at the Big Shoulders Fund Humanitarian Award dinner this past spring. We thank p3 mediaworks for helping to bring our mission to life in this […]
Celebrate Giving Tuesday in a fun and special way, at the final Big Shoulders Fund Networking Speaker Series of 2018! Join fellow Big Shoulders Fund supporters, corporate, and civic leaders to hear the President and CEO of Ardmore Associates and Big Shoulders Fund Director, Cherryl Thomas speak about her experience as a civic leader, how […]
The Big Shoulders Fund Auxiliary Board will be hosting a happy hour on Wednesday, February 13 for individuals interested in learning more about the many ways to get involved with Big Shoulders Fund this school year. Join us for a drink and light appetizers from 6-8 pm at Hubbard Inn (9110 W Hubbard St.) and […]
Join us on April 2 at Lagunitas Brewing Company for our Next Generation Social & Trivia Night hosted by the Big Shoulders Fund Chairmen's Advisory Council. There will be drinks, trivia, food, and more! All are welcome! Doors open at 5:30 pm and trivia starts at 6:00 pm. There will be a suggested $20 donation […]
Join fellow Big Shoulders Fund supporters for a morning of community service at a Give Back Day. Volunteers will be working at St. Malachy School, one of the 75 schools supported by Big Shoulders Fund. Below is the pertinent information for the day: Who: Big Shoulders Fund volunteers When: Saturday, April 6, 2019 Time: 9 AM – […]
Join us on May 5, 2019 at SoulCycle-Southport (3423 N. Southport Ave.) for a fun afternoon spinning for a cause and helping to raise funds for the Teen Board's Annual Book Drive! Books will be delivered to Big Shoulders Fund schools. When: Sunday, May 5, 2019 Where: SoulCycle (3423 N. Southport Avenue) Time: 1:30 […]
Join us for the Auxiliary Board's Spring General Meeting on Tuesday, May 21, 2019 at Grant Thornton (171 N. Clark Street). Network with current Auxiliary Board members and other Big Shoulders Fund supporters, learn more about all of the volunteer opportunities we have to offer, and enjoy complimentary food and beverages! We look forward to […]
Join fellow Big Shoulders Fund supporters, corporate, and civic leaders to hear the President and CEO of Northern Trust Michael O'Grady discuss the importance of civic engagement in Chicago and how we can all make a difference. You will also have the opportunity to network with other Big Shoulders Fund supporters! Please RSVP by Thursday, […]