Amy C. Franze

JDRF International is a leader in setting the agenda for diabetes research worldwide, and is the largest charitable funder of and advocate for type 1 diabetes research. JDRF find a cure for diabetes and its complications through the support of research. Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune disease that strikes children and adults suddenly, and can be fatal. Until a cure is found, people with type 1 diabetes have to test their blood sugar and give themselves insulin injections multiple times or use a pump each day, every day of their lives. And even with that intensive care, insulin is not a cure for diabetes, nor does it prevent its potential complications, which may include kidney failure, blindness, heart disease, stroke, and amputation. It was founded in 1970 and is headquartered in New York, NY.

Easter Seals, Inc. is a non profit organization that provides services to children and adults with disabilities and other special needs. It offers services such as medical rehabilitation, job training, childcare and adult day services. The company was founded by Edgar F. Allen in 1907 and is headquartered in Chicago, IL.

The Alzheimer's Association is based in Chicago, IL and has subsidiaries in the United States. The Alzheimer's Association provides information and resources for Alzheimer's and other dementias. Alzheimer’s Association was founded in 1980. Joanne Pike has been the CEO of the company since 2016.

The Economic Club of Chicago engages in fostering connections among leaders to encourage dialogue on important economic and social issues. It also cultivates the next generation of civic leadership. The company was founded by Lucius Teter in 1927 and is headquartered in Chicago, IL.

Feeding America operates as a non-profit organization that provides meals through a nationwide network of member food banks. The firm also supports local charitable agencies operating programs including food pantries, soup kitchens, emergency shelters, after-school programs, and Kids Cafes. The company was founded by John van Hengel in 1979 and is headquartered in Chicago, IL