Associate Board · Now forming
Lead the next generation of support for music education.
The Associate Board brings together young professionals and emerging community leaders who want to help the Mr. Don Sadofsky Foundation for Music Education reach new supporters, host signature events, and keep music within reach of every Chicago child.
What you'll do
Build community around the music
Associate Board members are the Foundation's connectors. You'll bring new people into our work and help make our events possible.
Host and help lead events
Help plan and staff Foundation events such as the Autumn Leaves Festival and Winter Wonderland, from outreach and sponsors to the night itself.
Open doors
Introduce friends, colleagues and employers to the Foundation, and help connect us with businesses, matching-gift programs and new donors.
Speak up for music
Share our programs, from instrument access to the tuition-free Sadofsky Summer Music Camp, with your networks and your neighborhood.
What you'll gain
Leadership experience with real impact
Nonprofit leadership
Hands-on experience in fundraising, event leadership and how a growing nonprofit is run, alongside the Foundation's board.
A network that cares
Work with peers across Chicago who share a commitment to music, education and equity.
A seat close to the students
See the work your effort supports, from summer camp performances to the instruments placed in students' hands.
The commitment
What we ask of members
Who should apply: early- and mid-career professionals, artists, educators and community leaders who care about music education. No nonprofit or board experience is required.
Think you might be a good fit?
Send a short note about yourself and why the Foundation's work matters to you. We'll follow up to set up a conversation.
admin@sadofskyfoundation.org · (773) 245-6426