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| Board Members for CNE | Join the Board of Directors at Childcare Network of Evanston…Make a difference in the lives of young children and their families. The Childcare Network of Evanston (CNE) would like to invite those interested in joining the Board of Directors. Serving on the Board is a rewarding and fulfilling experience that provides opportunities to give back to the community and secure the continuing existence of a valuable resource for young children. We are searching for volunteers who are interested in high quality early childhood education and care. The Board's main objective is to oversee CNE operations, and to raise sufficient funds for continued provision of programs and services. CNE asks for a two year term commitment for members serving on the Board of Directors. Attendance at monthly meetings and special events is also required. Board members participate in ongoing committee work between monthly meetings. | Feb 17, 2009 |
| Awards/Benefit Committee Members | Annual Awards/ Benefit Committee – This ad hoc committee is responsible for planning and executing our major fundraiser of the year. The committee typically forms in March to plan for the first Sunday in November event. This event helps to raise funds, awareness for the organization and recognition to outstanding individuals, organizations in the early childhood community. | Feb 17, 2009 |
| Volunteer - Advisors | Recently retired executives or those working who have time and talent to offer are ideal job search advisors. Must have extensive experience in mentoring, training, and hiring individuals at all levels of an organization. Experience can be in any discipline. Familiarity with the hiring process and networking strategies are important but being a good listener and having a desire to help others is critical. | Feb 6, 2009 |
| JOIN OUR TEAM! | At the American Red Cross of Greater Chicago there are 3,000 active volunteers working day and night throughout northeastern Illinois. Volunteers are 90% of our staff and we would not be able to do the work without them. We would love for you to join our team! Volunteers play a vital role in fulfilling the Red Cross mission: preparedness, prevention, and response to emergencies. No matter your interests, skills or schedule, you can make a significant contribution to your community. Volunteers are needed in all areas of our work from instructing courses, providing office support, assisting with disaster response, etc. All training will be provided. It's time to give back and there's no better place to do that then with the American Red Cross. | Feb 6, 2009 |
| Nature Guide | Do you love nature? Do you enjoy teaching others? Volunteer as a Friends of the Forest Preserves nature guide! Beginning in the spring of 2009, Friends of the Forest Preserves nature guides will begin leading public tours at Somme Prairie Grove in Northbrook and Harms Woods in Skokie. You can help us spread the word about Cook County's natural wonders. No experience is necessary. Guides will learn about the preserves through lectures, readings and field visits during the nature guide training course. For more information and to apply, contact Kathryn Callaghan, Constituency Director at 312-356-9990 or kathrync@fotfp.org. Applications for the 2009 training course are due by February 16. (Please note that our offices will be closed for the holidays between 12/22 and 1/5. We will respond to inquiries as soon as we return.) | Dec 18, 2008 |
