Literacy Chicago's Executive Board
Lead Chicago's Literacy Movement
Literacy Chicago’s Executive Board plays a pivotal role in advancing adult education across the city. Board members provide strategic leadership, ensure organizational sustainability, and create pathways for thousands of Chicago adults to achieve their educational and career goals.
Interested in Joining the Executive Board?
- Professional expertise in areas such as finance, legal affairs, fundraising, marketing, corporate partnerships, education, or nonprofit management
- Strategic vision and the ability to think critically about long-term organizational sustainability
- Community connections within Chicago's business, philanthropic, or civic sectors
- Commitment to equity and deep belief in education as a tool for social and economic mobility
- Guide organizational direction, approve annual budgets, and ensure mission alignment across all programs
- Participate in fundraising activities, leverage your network, and contribute personally at a level meaningful to you
- Serve on at least one committee, and uphold fiduciary responsibilities
- Represent Literacy Chicago in the community and amplify our impact through your professional and personal networks
- Review financial statements, assess organizational risks, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements
- Attend four quarterly meetings annually
- Attend at least one special event a year
- Complete project work as needed (approximately 5-8 hours monthly)
- Provide a direct or in-kind gift of at least $500 per year
There are so many reasons to get involved, including:
Creating measurable impact by directly influencing programming that serves thousands of adult learners annually
Expanding your leadership by developing governance skills and nonprofit board experience in a mission-driven environment
Building meaningful connections by joining a network of committed professionals passionate about education equity
Giving back by investing your expertise where it matters most, in your own community
Meet The Team That Is Leading Our Strategic Direction
Steve Ginsburgh
Board Chair
Marilyn Peterson
Vice President
Diane Fleming-Coker
Treasurer
Sandra Mangurian
Secretary