Effective July 7, 2010, Scott Lorenz resigned his position as Executive Director of Chicago Cares. Having served Chicago Cares for nearly 20 years as a volunteer, Board member and Executive Director, Scott supported Chicago Cares in our goal of doubling our impact in Chicago in only five years and expanding even in the face of an economic recession.
In the meantime, Chicago Cares will maintain its commitment to the Chicago community, fostering a strong ethic of volunteerism through its programs and projects, and will continue to expand its services to local partners and volunteers. We’re happy to announce the promotion of two long-time, experienced Chicago Cares leaders – Kris Smart and Katie Stearns. As Associate Executive Director of Programs and Shared Services, Kris will oversee our year-round, monthly projects, as well as Human Resources and Finance. Katie will oversee fundraising and our new volunteer and leader services team in addition to her duties managing our annual service events and business shares projects as Associate Executive Director of External Affairs. Please join us in congratulating Kris and Katie!
I started to volunteer for Chicago Cares in 2007 and really liked the way this organization works, what they do and the spirit they bring in to their projects. I really think all states should have similar program. It is a true example of using power of people in positive way.
ReplyDeleteScott's leaving?!? Oh NO! He will truly be missed by all who know him. But a BIG WHOPPING CONGRATULATIONS to Katie and Kris!!
ReplyDeleteI have been volunteering with Chicago Cares since 1994 (has it really been THAT long?) and have come to love everyone as family. This is the BEST Volunteer Organization in the country!
Kye-Anne