Join Junior Council
Become part of a community of passionate Chicago professionals committed to making a real difference.
Why Join?
Junior Council membership is more than a title — it's a commitment to community, advocacy, and action. Members are the heartbeat of everything we do: planning events, building partnerships, amplifying our mission, and raising critical funds for Lurie Children's Hospital.
- Access to exclusive JC events and networking
- Volunteer leadership opportunities
- Committee involvement and skill development
- Connection to Chicago's nonprofit community
- Direct impact on youth with HIV and AIDS
Membership at a Glance
Come See What We're About.
Not sure if JC is right for you? Come to a meeting first. Every month, Junior Council members gather to connect, plan, and move our mission forward. Guests are always welcome — it's the best way to get a real feel for our community before committing.
Two Thirty Co-Working
A modern co-working space in Chicago's River North neighborhood — the perfect home base for our monthly gatherings. Centrally located, easy to get to, and a great setting for connecting with fellow members.
Visit Two ThirtyOur Committees
Members join one or more committees based on their interests and skills. Committees are where the real work happens.
Snowball Committee
Plan and execute Junior Council's flagship Annual Snowball Gala — from venue and entertainment to ticketing, logistics, and night-of operations.
Corporate Committee
Identify and secure corporate sponsorships, manage partner relationships, and develop packages that align businesses with our mission.
Fundraising Committee
Drive individual and peer-to-peer fundraising efforts, manage donor outreach, and support the Wellness for a Cause and Silent Auction programs.
Hospitality Committee
Source and steward hospitality partnerships — restaurants, bars, and beverage sponsors who support JC events with in-kind donations and venue contributions.
Membership Committee
Recruit and retain members, welcome new joiners, and build the programming and connections that make JC a community worth being part of.
Education & DEI Committee
Lead member education on HIV/AIDS awareness and advance diversity, equity, and inclusion across all JC programming and organizational practices.
Marketing Committee
Manage JC's brand, social media presence, email communications, and digital content — telling our story in a way that drives engagement and awareness.
PR Committee
Build media relationships, secure press coverage, and amplify Junior Council's mission across Chicago's nonprofit and professional communities.
Membership Dues
Junior Council membership is an investment in your community — and directly in the lives of adolescents living with HIV and AIDS.
Flat annual membership fee covering committee access, event invitations, voting rights, and full participation in Junior Council programming.
Each member raises a minimum of $100 through their personal OneCause fundraiser page. Every dollar goes directly to the Adolescent HIV program at Lurie Children's Hospital.
Every member gets their own personal fundraising page on OneCause — share it with friends, family, and your network to hit your $100 fundraising goal.