Our Chicago warehouse turns Midwestern grit into global healing. Volunteers here sort donated medical supplies and prepare equipment for hospitals in more than 135 countries, meeting real needs with real work, one container at a time. In a city that has always shown up for its neighbors, Project C.U.R.E. Chicago invites you to show up for neighbors you have never met. Come discover how a few hours of your day can change the trajectory of a stranger’s life.
Executive Director – Chicago
Karen E. Kay is a nonprofit executive with more than 30 years of experience advancing missions through philanthropy, strategic leadership, and organizational growth.
Throughout her career, Karen has built and strengthened fundraising programs, developed high-performing advancement teams, and guided organizations through periods of growth and transformation. She has held senior leadership roles including Chief Advancement Officer, Vice President of Development, Executive Director, Foundation Executive, and Interim President, serving a diverse range of nonprofit organizations in healthcare, human services, youth development, education, and community-based sectors. Her experience includes leading comprehensive fundraising strategies, major gift programs, capital campaigns, corporate and foundation partnerships, board engagement, and donor stewardship and communication programs designed to create sustainable philanthropic support.
Recognized for her collaborative leadership style and relationship-driven approach, Karen has partnered with board leadership, executive teams, donors, and community leaders to strengthen organizational capacity and expand mission impact. She is passionate about building the people, systems, and strategies that enable nonprofits to thrive and deliver lasting change in the communities they serve locally and abroad.
Director of Operations – Chicago
Jessamyn Moore joins Project C.U.R.E. as our Director of Operations in Chicago after several years working with volunteers and operations in non-profits. She graduated from Jacobs University (Bremen, Germany) with a bachelor’s degree in International Politics and History. Having worked with people from all backgrounds and all over the world, Jessamyn loves meeting new volunteers and getting to learn what drives their passion.
When not working with Project C.U.R.E., Jessamyn enjoys traveling, running, and spending time trying to keep her garden alive!
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