Join the Comfort Station Board of Directors
Comfort Station is seeking new members to join our Board of Directors and help steward the organization’s next chapter. Board members support the organization’s mission by contributing strategic guidance, expanding community connections, and helping sustain the resources that make our programming possible.
Comfort Station is a nonprofit arts organization based in Chicago’s Logan Square neighborhood that supports emerging and experimental artists through exhibitions, performances, screenings, and community-based public programs. Our programming is always free and open to the public, and we work with artists, volunteers, and community members to collaboratively bring our programs to life.
Applications are due August 24, with new board members joining the organization beginning January 2027.
Board Meet & Greet
Interested applicants are invited to attend a casual Board Meet & Greet to learn more about Comfort Station, meet current board members, ask questions, and hear about the organization’s programs and future plans.
August 2, 2026 @ 12-2pm
Comfort Station, Logan Square
Current Board Members
Mariela Acuña, President
Alden Burke, Secretary
Christina Cosío, Treasurer
John H. Guevara
Willie Jackson
Jackie Kazarian
Maddie May
Lance Pulido
Erin Toale
Board Responsibilities
Board members help guide and sustain the organization by:
Providing strategic input on organizational planning and long-term vision
Serving as ambassadors for Comfort Station within their networks and communities
Supporting fundraising initiatives and donor cultivation efforts
Attending quarterly board meetings and participating in committee work
Staying informed about the organization’s programming and activities
Upholding the organization’s mission, values, and commitment to accessibility and community engagement
Please note that board membership is not a programmatic position. Board members support the organization and empower staff and programmers to make all curatorial decisions.
Time Commitment
Board members contribute an average of 1–4 hours per month, including:
Monthly board meetings
Committee participation
Attendance at Comfort Station programs and events when possible
Occasional volunteer opportunities for fundraising events and tabling
Board terms are 2 year cycles, renewed yearly in January.
Board Committees
Board members may participate in one or more committees depending on their interests and expertise:
Transition & Governance
Supports board development, governance policies, and leadership transitions.Donor Cultivation
Helps build relationships with individual supporters and community partners.Fundraising Events
Supports the planning and implementation of fundraising initiatives and benefit events.Board Chairs
Provides leadership and coordination across board activities and committees.
Who Should Apply
Comfort Station welcomes applicants from a wide range of backgrounds who are passionate about supporting experimental and community-driven arts.
We’d love to hear from you if you have:
Enthusiasm for Comfort Station’s mission and a willingness to serve as an ambassador for the organization within your communities and networks.
Interest in cultivating relationships and expanding awareness of Comfort Station among potential partners, supporters, and advocates.
Experience in fundraising, donor engagement, or nonprofit organizational development.
Legal expertise that can help strengthen the organization’s governance and long-term sustainability.
Accounting, financial management, or nonprofit fiscal oversight experience.
We also prioritize candidates who bring diversity to the Board of Directors in regards to race, ethnicity, class, gender identity, sexual orientation, and physical ability.
How to Apply
To apply, please submit the form linked below.
Applications are due August 24, 2026.
Applicants will be notified of their application status by the end of October.