Friends of the Forest Preserves
The Program Assistant will support the Forest Preserve Experience Program, a summer initiative for teens focused on conservation, environmental education, and team-building. The role involves administrative support, hands-on conservation projects, and engaging with youth and community partners in Cook County.
Headquarters
Chicago, Illinois, United States
Company Size
51-200 employees
Founded
1998
Friends of the Forest Preserves is a community-based nonprofit that unites people to protect, promote, and care for the forest preserves in Cook County, Illinois. The organization mobilizes volunteers, runs stewardship and habitat-restoration projects, and hosts education and outreach programs to ensure land, water, and wildlife thrive. It also advocates for strong public stewardship and partnerships to defend and expand access to the region’s protected natural areas.
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
2018
Industry
Technology
Glassdoor Rating
4.2 / 5
Sarah Johnson
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Chen
Chief Technology Officer
Emily Williams
VP of Engineering
David Rodriguez
VP of Product
Jessica Thompson
Chief Financial Officer
Andrew Park
VP of Sales
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