Big Shoulders Fund
Golaleh Yazdani is currently the STEM Enrichment Coordinator at Big Shoulders Fund since February 2023, following the role of Assistant Director at Madonna Mission from November 2022 to February 2023. Yazdani has held multiple positions at LearningWorks, including Teaching Site Coordinator from July 2020 to August 2022. Additional experience includes roles as Gallery Ambassador at Portland Museum of Art and Gallery Assistant at SPEEDWELL Projects, along with an internship at University of New England. Educational credentials include a Master of Fine Arts from Maine College of Art & Design and a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Metal and Jewelry Arts from University of Art in Tehran, Iran.
Big Shoulders Fund
Big Shoulders Fund is an independent charitable organization that serves schools with demonstrated need, which provide a quality, values-based education for Chicago’s children, thereby contributing to stronger communities. One hundred percent of funds currently raised support four major areas – scholarships and enrichment, operational improvements, academic programs, and leadership development– with the goal of not just strengthening schools, but whole communities, and preparing students for life-long success.