Young Professionals Board
The Guild for the Blind serves individuals who are blind or visually impaired, including those with new vision loss. We see every person with their unique talents and goals and strive to help our members focus and realize their dreams and life fulfilling lives.
Established in 2007, the Young Professionals Board is a group of committed young adults who want to help the Guild clients achieve their dreams.
The purpose of the Board is to:
- Increase the awareness of Guild programs and exceptional accomplishments of our members through marketing and public relations outreach
- Raise funds for Guild programs through creating, planning and implementing special events
- Assist program staff in their work with Guild members through volunteer efforts
Now is a great time to join this NEW board. Be involved on a board where you can have hands-on experience in the development and growth of the group from the beginning. This is an exceptional opportunity to not only directly and positively change lives of Guild members, but to gain valuable leadership experience, meet wonderful people, create friendships and change your own life and the world along the way.
HOW TO JOIN the Guild for Blind's Young Professional Board:
- To be an active member of the Young Professional Board (YPB), simply make a donation of $50 to the Guild to support the board's activities.
- Commit to raising an additional $50 through the Guild's fundraising activities
- Provide just two hours of volunteer service each quarter.
If you are interested, simply fill out the application and return to:
Cheryl Megurdichian, Director of Development
180 N. Michigan Avenue , Suite 1700
Chicago, IL 60601-7463
cherylm@guildfortheblind.org
or contact Cheryl at 312-236-8569
Click here for a printable application
We look forward to your participation!
UPCOMING RECRUITING EVENTS AND OTHER HAPPENINGS
RECRUITING EVENT
Our recent Happy Hour at The Kerryman was a great success!
Our guests enjoyed complimentary drinks and appetizers while they learned about the Guild and our Young Professionals Board.
We have already received two applications from prospective members and are expecting more!
Our next Happy Hour is already being planned—visit us again soon for details or email sarah@guildfortheblind.org to be added to our email invitation list.
Golf Outing at Coyote Run Golf Course in Homewood
September 10, 2008
This is a Guild-sponsored event that will be coordinated by the Homewood Rotary. We are looking for golfers, sponsors and volunteers for the outing.
Passionate Focus
April/May 2009
This is the Guild's annual major fund-raising event. This art exhibit features work by artists with vision loss. We are seeking volunteers to serve on the Passionate Focus Planning Committee, as well as volunteers to help out during the opening night reception.
To download a brochure, please click here…
Programs & Services - For Those With New Vision Loss - Low Vision Devices & Tools for Daily Living - Guild Briefs - Scholarships - Passionate Focus Art Exhibit - Program Partners - Donor Opportunities - Calendar of Events