Young Women's Leadership Council

The Young Women's Leadership Council is the largest of the five councils with over 35 members dedicated to educating themselves as philanthropists, developing leadership skills and experience, and granting funds to nonprofit organizations working for the betterment of young women and girls. Since making its inaugural grants in 2008, the Council has awarded more than $25,000 from the Young Women's Leadership Fund (see a full list of grantees here) and has robust plans to increase this philanthropic impact in 2012 and beyond.

Thirty is the new "young" for the Young Women's Leadership Council, as in 2011 it expanded its traditional membership from women ages 18 to 30 to women of all ages. The Council encourages women over 30 to join as Advisory Members and offer their depth of experience and expertise to the Council's efforts. In short, all women who believe in supporting the next generation of women leaders are welcome to join the Council's efforts.

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.

2012-2013 Council Co-Chairs

Natalie Hock
Dana Kelly
Christine Kolb

For more information about the Young Women's Leadership Council, including membership information and forms, please fill out our email contact form and select the council(s) you're interested in, or contact Rhiannon Rossi at (312) 577-2825 or rrossi@cfw.org.

All meetings are 5:30-7 p.m. at Chicago Foundation for Women, 1 E. Wacker Dr., unless noted.

OCTOBER  2012
14: Bowling for Heroes 

PAST EVENTS

May 15, 2012: Full Council meeting
May 2, 2012:  The Pre-Derby Bash 
April 22, 2012: Power to Unwind: Yoga
March 31, 2012: Young Women's Leadership Council Mad Men Mixer
March 13, 2012: Full Council meeting
Feb. 1, 2012: Miss Representation Screening and Talk-Back
November 18, 2011: Inaugural thanksGIVING Dinner
November 9, 2011: Wine Down: An Evening of Wine Tasting
October 14, 2011: Pilsen Art Walk Scavenger Hunt
August 21, 2011: Young Women's Leadership Council Summer BBQ
May 19, 2011: Women in Sports: The Legacy of Title IX
March 31, 2011: Morsels of Wisdom: A Night of Mentoring
Nov. 4, 2010: Financing Your Future: Strategies for Success
Oct. 7, 2010: Spare Us Some Change: Bowling Night Fundraiser
Aug. 26, 2010: Mix and Mingle for current members and prospects
May 12, 2010: Health Reform and Young Professionals: What Will It Mean for Me?
     (cosponsorship)
April 8, 2010: Hula Palooza!
Feb. 23, 2010: The Landscape of Philanthropy
Jan. 28, 2010: New Year, New Network (with Alumnae Council)
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