“Being a Project Manager is like being an artist, you have the different colored process streams combining into a work of art” – Greg Cimmarrusti
Catchafire Chicago
Launch of Catchafire Chicago– a platform that helps nonprofits connect with experienced pro bono professionals in project areas like marketing and communications, web development, operations, strategy and more. My role and responsibilities included: contract execution, event coordination, and acting as liaison between Catchafire and the two supporting foundations–The Chicago Community Trust and MacArthur Foundation. Learn more about Catchafire Chicago here.
The Soul Of Philanthropy Exhibit
The premiere exhibition of The Soul of Philanthropy Exhibit in Chicago was funded by African American Legacy, an initiative of The Chicago Community Trust. My role included finalizing contract between vendor and coordinating the layout and set-up of the exhibit at The Harold Washington Library.
Reaching Forward & Giving Back Philanthropy Awards
Reaching Forward & Giving Back Awards celebrates Next Generation Philanthropist: Eva Lewis; Emerging Philanthropist: Jonathan Swain; Pioneers in Philanthropy: Denise and Gary Gardner. Roles and Responsibilities included developing nomination process, oversight for digital design, event set up, vendor management, and trophy design.
Annual Grant Cycles
Managing grant process for African American Legacy, Nuestro Futuro, LGBT Community Fund and Young Leaders Fund from developing Request for Proposals to grant allocations to organizations.
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