OUR JUNIOR BOARD

Join the Community House Junior Board Make a BIG impact while building leadership skills! Since 2012, the Junior Board has brought together local high school students to serve the community through volunteerism, leadership, and advocacy.

As a member, you’ll help coordinate signature events like Walk the Walk for Mental Health, support the Spark Youth Development Initiative, and volunteer at programs and fundraisers throughout the year. With opportunities ranging from event setup and coordination to hands-on service, there’s truly something for everyone.

Who Can Apply? Each year, more than 50 students from Hinsdale and surrounding communities serve on the Junior Board—modeling the spirit of service that defines The Community House. We welcome current sophomores, juniors, and seniors from area high schools. Applications for the 2026–2027 Junior Board are due by October 31st.

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If you have any questions, please email Dan Herrmann

2026-2027 JUNIOR BOARD

OFFICERS

Devin Tingler
President
Ameka Ojiako
Vice President
Aila Smajkic
Volunteer Coordinator
Marin Hughes
Communications
Avery Croff
Secretary/Treasurer

Top 3 Reasons Why You Should Join The Community House Junior Board

Volunteering on the Junior Board will allow fantastic opportunities to develop leadership skills and practice other professional skills through event planning, fundraising, marketing, community organizing, and much more!

You will meet with and learn from experts in different industries, including non-profit, tech, finance, education, marketing, and more!

You will make lifelong friends with like-minded people, and get the chance to collaborate on exciting projects that make a difference in the community where you live.

Application of Membership

JUNIOR BOARD

To apply for membership please complete all questions below.

Have you served on a/the Junior Board before? *
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Can you commit to a meeting once a month on a Sunday Afternoon? *