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Join the Ambassador Board

The Sports Shed Ambassador Board is a dynamic group of young professionals who are passionate about creating opportunities for Chicago kids to participate in competitive sports. They typically host two to three fundraising events a year like the Annual Ugly Holiday Sweater Party, Cornhole Tournament, and Cinco De Derby. Ambassador Board members use their social and professional networks to promote the mission and events of The Sports Shed.

The Ambassador Board membership gives you the opportunity to invest in your community, develop leadership skills, and meet like-minded young professionals in Chicago. The board has two distinct teams, the Leadership Team and the Social Team. Click here to see the list of current members. Email tina@thesportsshed.org for more information.

Leadership Team

Membership

Team meetings, event planning and Sub-Committee involvement
Event participation and inviting your friends
Engaging your network to further the mission of The Sports Shed
$25 monthly gift

Social Team

Membership

Team up with young professionals making a difference in Chicago
Event participation and inviting your friends
Engaging your network to further the mission of The Sports Shed
$25 monthly gift

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Events

The Sports Shed 2nd Annual Golf Event

Monday, October 5, 2020 — Our golf out is on! Grab a friend or a foursome and join us for safe, outdoor fun while supporting The Sports Shed!

The Sports Shed Silent Auction

Raise money for the Sports Shed through our silent auction and bid on amazing items like virtual mixology classes, golf foursomes, personal photoshoots and more! Join The Sports Shed from Sunday, September 13th – Sunday, September 20th and put in your bids to win big!

From Distance Challenge

Do the From Distance Challenge to help our communities respond to COVID All gifts will be matched as part of #GivingTuesdayNow

2020 Chicago Marathon Charity Partner

Sunday, October 11th, 2020 — Contact Sherry Arthur at sherry@thesportsshed.org on how to guarantee your spot and run in support of The Sports Shed.

2nd Annual Ugly Holiday Sweater Party

Friday, December 13th, 2019 at Derno’s, Chicago — ‘Tis the Season for Giving and Ugly Holiday Sweaters! Join us for The Sports Shed’s 2nd annual Ugly Sweater Party!

10th Anniversary Event

Thursday, October 10, 2019 at XS Tennis — Join us for The Sport Shed x10 Event, a 10 Year Anniversary Celebration. Enjoy food, drinks, raffle prizes and stories of impact.

The Sports Shed 1st Annual Golf Event

Monday, June 3, 2019 at Hawthorn Woods Country Club — Join us for the 1st annual Sports Shed golf outing. Play golf, win prizes, have fun and help us gear up kids for a better future.

2019 Chicago Marathon Charity Partner

Sunday, October 13th, 2019 — Contact Sherry Arthur at sherry@thesportsshed.org on how to guarantee your spot and run in support of The Sports Shed.

Cinco De Derby Ambassador Board Party

Saturday, May 4th 2019 at Diag Bar and Grill, Chicago — Join us for well drinks (margs included), walking taco bar + chips, guac, quesadillas, etc. Activities include pop-a-shot tournament, horse betting games, raffle prizes, baggo, and drinking games.

March Madness 2019

The Sports Shed March Madness 50/50 bracket pool challenge is back – it’s an automatic win for thousands of Chicago inner city kids! Fill out your bracket/brackets between selection Sunday, March 17th and 11am CST on Thursday March 21st!

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