The Mission Statement of the Illinois Public Pension Fund Association: To educate, protect, prepare, train and assist our public pension fund trustees and members for today, tomorrow and the future, as well as monitoring, proposing and supporting legislation that is beneficial to Illinois Public Pension Funds.

Community Memorial Foundation (CMF) is a private health conversion foundation established in 1995. CMF's grantmaking and community work are guided by its mission — to measurably improve the health of those who live and work in the western suburbs of Chicago. Throughout over 25 years of regional investment, CMF has proudly awarded more than $80 million dollars to non-profit organizations in the western suburbs of Cook County and southeastern portion of DuPage County.

The Illinois Academy of Family Physicians (IAFP) is a professional medical society dedicated to maintaining high standards of family medicine representing over 4,700 family physicians, residents and medical students. IAFP provides continuing medical education (CME) programming, advocacy through all levels of government and opportunities for member engagement and interaction. We are a constituent chapter of the American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP), representing over 133,000 members nationwide around the world through the Uniformed Services.

Farm Foundation is an accelerator of practical solutions for agriculture. We are a 501(c)(3) non-profit working across the food and ag value chain to build momentum behind meaningful solutions to some of the most important challenges facing farmers and, by extension, our industry as a whole. Our fiercely nonpartisan approach means we are uniquely able to address issues with objectivity and inclusivity, bringing together diverse perspectives from influential people and organizations to discuss and develop solutions. We support food and agriculture by meeting challenges with a relentless dedication to ensuring all the right stakeholders are involved and engaged in building something for the greater good—providing an agenda-free zone to achieve a shared vision for a better future for food and ag. We move with speed, purpose and agility to make the greatest impact in the most important areas in the shortest amount of time.

The Will County Center for Economic Development is a 501(c)6 not-for-profit organization, created by the business community in 1981. Our mission is to improve the quality of life for all residents in Will County by recruiting new companies offering high-quality jobs and a solid tax base while assisting existing businesses to retain and add jobs. The CED's programs are based on the following principles: Defense of the Will County and Illinois Economies Competitiveness of Will County Businesses Diversification of the Economic Base Inclusive Economic Development Infrastructure Modernization Workforce Attraction and Development

Work of the Foundations of East Chicago is funded by the AMERISTAR East Chicago Casino and Hotel. One percent of their revenues come to the Foundations, and are used to benefit residents of East Chicago. We work diligently behind the scenes to support the programs which strengthen the quality of life for our citizens. A mosaic of support touches the lives of nearly every resident, and fits together beautifully. We take pride that today, there are more homeowners in East Chicago, that we have cleaner, friendlier neighborhoods, and more access to health and fitness facilities than ever in our city’s history. Seniors here are celebrated, not neglected. Adults learn new skills and make hard transitions in employment with no real disruption to their lives, or the lives of their families. Our children who apply themselves and work hard in school can play on sports teams, learn to sail, and earn ample scholarship money for their education. We can be proud of cultural differences which are one of the many things that make our city a special place to live.

The Berwyn Development Corporation (BDC) markets Berwyn regionally and nationally as a prime business and leisure destination. We are here to promote Berwyn’s energy and culture to visitors and residents and to create unique development opportunities for business. We hope you will visit Berwyn, the City of Homes, recognized nationally by This Old House magazine as the Best Neighborhood for Bungalows. Explore our one-of-a-kind shops, restaurants and entertainment stops. Through WhyBerwyn.com, visitors can access a stream of information on the area's real estate, parks and recreation, cultural hot spots and special events. The site includes a comprehensive calendar of events as well as a full local business listing. The site and business directory are mobile optimized and are linked with "hot deal"​ coupons and GPS capability so that you can find what you need when you are on the go. Established in 1983, the Berwyn Development Corporation (BDC) is a public-private partnership with the City of Berwyn, Illinois that provides economic development and Chamber of Commerce services to all segments of the Berwyn community. The BDC is a 501 (c)(3) not-for-profit membership organization that serves over 325 business and individual members. The BDC focuses its efforts on those activities that will improve the overall climate for local businesses and residents, in addition to encouraging the development of new commercial venues and employment opportunities. The BDC continually strives to develop new programs, services and events that promote Berwyn businesses and the community.

The southwest suburban immigrant project is a social impact organization committed to community organizing for the rights of immigrants in Chicago's southwest suburbs through education, civic engagement, and advocacy.

United Way of Will County is a non-profit organization that unites communities and resources to empower people and create positive, sustainable change. Working alongside volunteers, local businesses and community organizations, the United Way of Will County identifies, reviews and financially supports local programs that help Will County residents. The partnerships created with local non-profits help us to face community issues head on, and make real, lasting change in Will County. Currently, we have identified four areas that address the wide array of needs in Will County. These areas and their corresponding goals include: 1. Self Sufficiency: We will help provide individuals and families with the skills and knowledge to become economically self-sufficient and independent. 2. Youth Success: We believe all children should have the opportunity to succeed in school and beyond and thus we support educational programs, youth character development programs and mentoring. 3. Healthy Lifestyles: We believe all individuals and families should have access to quality healthcare services to lead a healthy, both physically and mentally, fulfilled life. 4. Safer Community: We feel all that all members of our community should be able to access resources in times of personal need, during times of local disaster, and live free from abuse. Our community is our home. Together, we make great things happen in Will County!

*Contacted businesses for advertisement spots, developed business lead list *Packaged New member packets *Scheduled media opportunities (including photo shoots and ribbon cuttings) *Wrote/edited for publications, Pitched ideas/slogans at annual trade show and in the quarterly magazine

Served as the Summer Intern and had responsibility for assisting in planning and facilitating Livingston County Farm Bureau Foundation fundraisers, contacting and organizing sponsors and volunteers, and running the Facebook page during events.