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Join Our Associate Board

Join Our Associate Board

The Spark Ventures Associate Board is a group of motivated young professionals in Chicago who are dedicated to supporting Spark’s mission and initiatives. Associate Board members play a pivotal role in advancing Spark’s mission by mobilizing their skills, network, and passion to help create a lasting impact in our partner communities. No prior experience with board service necessary.

AB Unity Day Large
Associate Board members in West Englewood for We Grow Chicago’s Unity Day
Associate Board member Ashley Bailey sharing laughs with fellow changemakers at our annual spring event.
Associate Board member Ashley Bailey sharing laughs with fellow changemakers at our annual spring event
Associate Board members stepped behind the bar at our annual guest bartending fundraising event.
Associate Board members stepped behind the bar at our annual guest bartending fundraising event.
AB Basket
At this year’s Spring Forward, the Associate Board put together an “AB Favorite Things” raffle basket to help sell more raffle tickets. Filled with everyday favorites—from wine to tea to must have cookbooks. Everyone contributed one beloved item, and the result was a hit!
Spark Ventures Spring Fundraiser
Associate Board members Alyssa and Erin volunteering at the Wine Pull table at Spark’s Spring Forward event.

As a member of Spark’s Associate Board, you’ll be able to:

 

–  Contribute your skills and insights to strengthen Spark’s capacity and operations in areas such as marketing, finance, event planning, fundraising, and social media.

 

–  Join monthly meetings at popular spots around the city to track progress on the Associate Board’s goals and impact.  

 

–  Attend and support fundraising and recruiting efforts for Spring Forward, our annual ticketed spring fundraising event. Whether it is inviting your network, volunteering, securing a sponsorship from your employer, or soliciting auction items, your efforts help raise vital funds and awareness. 

 

–  Help plan and volunteer at our annual AB Bartending fundraiser. 

 

–  Have the opportunity to take on more responsibility and step into leadership roles. 

Please complete the interest form below and an Associate Board Co-Chair will be in touch with you shortly.

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