Seeking Triumphs Of Rising Youth

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WE ARE STORYBOARD

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WE ARE A YOUTH ORGANIZATION. SEEKING TRIUMPHS OF RISING YOUTH BY WAY OF MENTORSHIP AND ACTS OF KINDNESS.

WHAT DO WE ACTUALLY DO?

GATHER AND DISTRIBUTE RESOURCES FOR COURAGEOUS YOUTH IN NEED.

Three friends from college created a student organization in 2007 called A.R.K. “Acts of Random Kindness”. This student organization raised funds for homeless students. Moved by the thought of helping others post graduation; Thus the creation of S.T.O.R.Y Board Network was born in 2008. The core foundation of S.T.O.R.Y Board Network involves seeking triumphs of rising youth that have overcome unforeseen obstacles in life at an early age.

StoryBoard Network is dedicated to Seeking Triumphs of Rising Youth by rendering simple acts of kindness. We are committed to providing resources that will encourage and uplift the spirits of courageous youth who have encountered unfortunate circumstances beyond their control. Our greatest intention involves creating a stream of compassion that will ignite a spark of bravery; allowing courageous youth to rewrite their stories one page at a time.

Our purpose involves providing resources that courageous youth lack due to unforeseen circumstances such wards of the state and youth that resides within low-income families. A simple act of kindness can help courageous youth live a more thought provoking lifestyle.

OUR TEAM

MIXTURE OF THE BEST DIVERSE PROFESSIONALS ESTABLISHING A ELEVATED PLATFORM FOR OUR YOUTH.

MEET THE TEAM BEHIND THIS GREAT ORGANIZATION.

THE BEST TEAM IN THE WORLD!

ETHOLIA HOLMES

Founder, President
FUN SBN FACT: Etholia created the acronym for S.T.O.R.Y Board Network! S.T.O.R.Y. = Seeking Triumphs of Rising Youth

JANEJIRA THAMASUCHARIT

Co-founder, Board Member

Fun SBN fact: Jane created and designed the logo for S.T.O.R.Y.BOARD

BIANCA COSGRAY

Co-founder, Vice President
Fun SBN fact: Bianca served as the on-site executive producer for S.T.O.R. Y Network’s production project in Haiti.

OUR PROGRAMS

OUR PROGRAMS ARE GEARED TOWARDS COURAGEOUS YOUTH RANGING FROM BIRTH TO EIGHTEEN YEARS OLD!

"Read & Feed" is a literacy program that encourages fun and creative ways to promote reading at home for ages birth-18 years old. Learning how to read and understand food labels and nutritional values are apart of the literacy program. Every kid in attendance receives a free book and snack package.

"Thinking of You- Items" consist of a year around program that gathers personal items for courageous youth for birthdays and holidays. All donations solely depend upon the generosity given throughout the year. All donation are sorted into care packages that are distributed to children who are: Wards of the state, group home lodgers, and children of low-income families.

S.T.O.R.Y Board Network raises funds to help aid village schools within Haiti. The funds help provide meals and school supplies.

VOLUNTEER

The benefits of Volunteering are enormous to you, your family, and community. Volunteering allows you to connect to your community and make it a better place. Donating time is a priceless gift and contribution that our organization realizes, respects, and appreciates. Contact us if you are interested in volunteering with our organization throughout the year.

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ETHOLIA HOLMES

Founder, President

After creating a student organization in undergrad to help homeless students, Etholia discovered her passion for youth empowerment. Her passion for helping courageous youth, stems from being raised as a former ward of the state of Illinois. Inspiring youth to rise above their circumstances has become her life’s work. Etholia holds a B.A. in Television: Writing & Producing from Columbia College Chicago. Etholia’s previous media production experience includes: The Judge Mathis Show, The Jerry Springer Show, Fox News Chicago, Clear Channel Radio,  HARPO Studios, & OWN Network. Etholia holds a M.B.A. in Nonprofit Management & PhD, in Organizational Leadership from Concordia University Chicago, in addition to serving as an Adjunct faculty member for the Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship under the College of Business.  Etholia is a former high school business educator. Currently, Etholia serves as the Director of (ALOP) Alternative Learning Opportunities Programs for at-risk students for the South Cook Regional Office of Education. Beyond being a woman of faith, Etholia loves spending time with her family, reading, writing, running, traveling, and nonprofit service projects.

JANEJIRA THAMASUCHARIT

Board Member, Co-Founder

Janejira Thamasucharit was born in Chicago but raised in Thailand. She decided to move to Chicago and transfer her degree from University of Thailand to Columbia College, Chicago. Jane has a BA degree, in Television Post-Production Effects. One year after graduation, Jane moved back to Thailand for an awesome job opportunity. Currently, Jane is working as a regional producer at The Post Bangkok, one of the biggest post-production houses in Thailand. Jane has MA degree in Post-Production Effects. During Jane’s spare time, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends.

BIANCA COSGRAY

Co-founder, Vice President

Bianca Cosgray holds a BA in television production with a focus on editing from Columbia College, Chicago. Bianca’s previous work experience includes: Evanston Community Center, The Judge Mathis Show, Frequency Television, CNN Atlanta, and The Oprah Winfrey Show. Bianca currently works on a production team for an award winning scripted television show in Los Angeles, California.