Launch Collective Leader & Community Advisory Board Youth Member
Time Commitment: 10-15 hours per month
Compensation: $500 per month
The Organization
Lighthouse Foundation of Chicagoland is a Black LGBTQ+-led, multiracial social justice organization that advances justice for Black LGBTQ+ people across Chicagoland through empowerment, education, and entertainment. Since July 2019, Lighthouse Foundation has launched the nation's first equity index centered on Black LGBTQ+ people, the Lighthouse Foundation Equity Index, partnered with 31 organizations, and hosted 87 activations with 4,300 Chicagoans.
The Role
Lighthouse Foundation is seeking a motivated, self-starting Black LGBTQ+ leader ages 18-24 to help grow the Launch Collective, the organization’s youth workforce development hub dedicated to investing in Black LGBTQ+ young adults ages 18–24.
This part-time contract position reports jointly to the Senior Manager of Direct Services (who oversees Launch Collective) and the Senior Manager of Programs & Events (who oversees the Community Advisory Board).
Launch Collective Leaders meet monthly to plan in-person workforce development small-group sessions for other 18- to 24-year-olds. Launch Collective young adult leaders excel at building community through event planning and hosting, one-on-one meetings with interested individuals, and monthly small-group meetings. Launch Collective Leaders also serve as youth members of the organization’s Community Advisory Board, which helps Lighthouse Foundation deliver more relevant, equitable, and effective services by representing the voices of those we serve. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, constantly evolving workplace where last-minute pivots are required and intentional planning prepares us to make successful ones.
This part-time contract role is primarily remote, with some in-person requirements in the Chicagoland area.
Responsibilities
Strategic Coordination (40%)
Attend and actively participate in monthly meetings, including:
Launch Collective Leader monthly meeting (virtual)
Leadership Council meeting (virtual)
Community Advisory Board monthly meeting (virtual)
Launch Collective monthly public sessions (in-person)
Attend 1–2 annual retreats
Coordinate with other Launch Collective Leaders, Community Advisory Board members, staff, and contractors on project tasks, logistics, timelines, and priorities
Represent Lighthouse Foundation and the Launch Collective to external partners, member organizations, press, and funders
Assist with the overall planning and growth of the Launch Collective
Program Planning & Facilitation (60%)
Work with a facilitator to plan and execute monthly workforce development sessions for Black LGBTQ+ young adults ages 18–24
Contribute to the development and delivery of curriculum for Launch Collective monthly meetings
Conduct one-on-one outreach with interested youth and facilitate small-group meetings
Serve as a point of contact for assigned events and initiatives
What We Offer
Competitive monthly stipend ($500)
Opportunities for professional development and leadership training
Meaningful impact in a mission-driven, Black LGBTQ+-led organization
Flexible, primarily remote work with occasional in-person engagement
Qualifications
Deep commitment to social justice, anti-racism, and Black LGBTQ+ liberation
Lived experience as a Black LGBTQ+ young person (strongly preferred)
Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail
Experience with community organizing, event planning, or youth programming (preferred)
Ability to multitask, set priorities, and work independently in a remote environment
Demonstrated proficiency with Google Workspace (Docs, Calendar), Zoom, and similar tools
High degree of flexibility, adaptability, and a strong sense of humor
Comfort working in a fast-paced, evolving organization
How to Apply
Please send your resume and cover letter to jobs@lightfoundchi.org with the subject line “Launch Collective Leader & Community Advisory Board Youth Member.” The deadline to apply is June 18th, 2026. Black LGBTQ+ candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment.
