The Young Women's Leadership Council is the newest and largest of the five councils and consists of women of all ethnic backgrounds (ages 18 to 30). The Council's large membership speaks to the tremendous energy and eagerness of young women to organize and take action around issues affecting their lives and to gain leadership experience. The Council works to promote intergenerational dialogue and partnership, and in 2008 awarded its first grants from a special council fund. See grantees of the Young Women's Leadership Council's fund here.

Mission Statement
Chicago Foundation for Women’s Young Women's Leadership Council is a diverse community of young women ages 18 to 30, who are committed to supporting young women and girls through philanthropic efforts. To support our philanthropy, we utilize our strength as a diverse network of young women to fundraise for the purpose of grantmaking. In addition, we develop the potential of young women as leaders and philanthropists through educational programming, leadership opportunities, and professional development.

2009-2010 Council Co-Chairs

Allison MacMunn
Rachael Marusarz
Nicole Prichard
Sheeba Suhaskumar

For more information about the Young Women's Leadership Council, including membership information and forms, please contact Marisol Ybarra, leadership councils manager, at (312) 577-2836 or mybarra@cfw.org. 

All full council meetings start at 6 p.m. at 1 E. Wacker Dr., 20th floor, unless otherwise noted.

Jan. 28, 2010: New Year, New Network (with Alumnae Council)
Feb. 23, 2010: The Landscape of Philanthropy (for all leadership council members)
March 9, 2010: Full council meeting
April 8, 2010: Hula Palooza fundraiser at Mad River Bar & Grille, 2909 N. Sheffield Ave., 6-9 p.m.
May 11, 2010: Full council meeting

PAST EVENTS

Oct. 20, 2009: Call & Response: Being an Advocate Every Day (cosponsorship)
Oct. 8, 2009: Sex Ed for Grown-Ups
April 16, 2009: Spring Into Giving fundraiser
Feb. 26, 2009: Wine 101: Learn the Basics
Sept. 18, 2008: All Leadership Councils: Fall Meet and Greet Mixer
Aug. 13, 2008: Advocacy 101 
July 17, 2008: Trivia Night at T's Bar 
April - June 2008: A Foundation for Your Financial Future (three-part, all-council series)
March 1, 2008: Action Saturday: Swing the Vote
Nov. 15, 2007: Second Annual Fall Fundraiser
Nov. 3, 2007: Action Saturday Empowerment Training