Founded in 2017, Covenant House Illinois (CHIL) provides critical protection and resources for youth ages 18-24 experiencing homelessness throughout Chicagoland and across Illinois. To date, CHIL has served nearly 2,000 young people, administering tailored, wraparound services, including interim and transitional shelter, workforce and education programming, clinical case management, life-skills training, and more to help youth permanently escape the cycle of homelessness. CHIL's programs and services are youth affirming, supportive, and rooted in harm reduction and trauma-sensitive care. With a newly renovated campus on Chicago’s west side and a recently enacted three-year strategic plan outlining a comprehensive vision of program expansion and service innovation, CHIL is uniquely positioned to meet the emerging needs of young people experiencing housing instability and provide the resources and care they need to achieve sustainable independence.
Primary Responsibilities:
You’ll take the lead in researching, cultivating, engaging, and stewarding individual donors—guiding them along their philanthropic journey and unlocking their full giving potential to help CHIL thrive. You’ll do this through smart, strategic teamwork that makes every connection count.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities: (Covenant House Illinois reserves the right to unilaterally modify, remove, or add to any of the following)
Qualify, cultivate, and manage individuals from CHI’s pipeline of Illinois donors, with the goal of donor retention and increased CHIL giving.
Work will be performed both in office settings and on-site at CHIL. Potential exposure to challenging behavioral situations or high-stress environments, requiring the ability to maintain composure and apply trauma-informed practices. Able to accommodate a wide range of physical activity, including but not limited to walking long distances, moving up and down the stairs, lifting bags or boxes up to 50 pounds, driving a minivan, and physically assist youth if needed.
At Covenant House Illinois, diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the heart of our mission. We know that a team with varied backgrounds and perspectives is stronger and better equipped to serve our youth. That’s why we foster a culture where every team member feels valued, heard, and supported.
We are committed to continuous learning, honest reflection, and creating opportunities for growth.
Covenant House Illinois is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We base all employment decisions on qualifications and business needs—without regard to race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability, or any other protected status. Discrimination and harassment have no place here, and we welcome all qualified applicants to join our team.
