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 About
Girls in the Game:
Girls in the Game empowers over 2,000 girls each year
to develop the confidence and leadership skills necessary
to succeed both on and off the field. Together, with
a unique focus on peer leadership and education, staff
and girls work in partnership to raise the standards
of excellence in service for girls. Since its inception
in 1995, GIG has emerged as a leader in the field of
girls’ health and fitness, serving over 14,000
girls in Chicagoland. Through our five core programs:
- Game Day: Girls’ Health Fests
- GIG: After School
- SummerGames Sports & Leadership Summer Camp
- Girls’ Advisory Board
- Parent and Caregiver Initiatives
Girls are experiencing a health crisis with rapidly
rising obesity rates, poor eating habits, and a lack
of physical activity. Opportunities for youth to be
physically active are declining. Most Chicago schools
offer P.E. only once per week, and many schools have
eliminated recess. Additionally, athletic programs for
girls often do not exist, or are not developed adequately
to meet girls’ needs. Girls are also at a high
risk for poor self-esteem, resulting in unhealthy choices
and damaging behaviors. GIG is committed to improving
the physical, mental and emotional health of girls from
diverse backgrounds. GIG creates a safe space for girls
in a gender specific format where girls can develop
their voices, speak for themselves, and recognize that
they can make positive choices.
 WomenOnCall.org
volunteers have been critical in furthering our sustainability
to ensure we can continue to reach girls in need of
healthy opportunities. Maegen Rose has each been an
incredible asset to the organization, allowing us to
accomplish so much! WomenOnCall.org volunteers have
worked in our development department, planning our annual
fundraising events. As part of our planning committees,
WomenOnCall.org volunteers have helped us exceed our
revenue goals every year through contributing their
time and expertise. In a small development office, this
support is critical and contributes to our ongoing sustainability.
We appreciate the high level caliber of all volunteers!
About Maegen Rose:
 Maegen
is a native Chicagoan, born and raised on the south
side. She lived in Los Angeles for 8 years, where she
graduated from Pitzer College. Maegen returned to Chicago
in 2003 to complete her Masters in Social Service Administration
at the University of Chicago. She has many years of
experience working in the nonprofit sector, social services
and fundraising. Maegen is currently a Project Manager
at the University of Chicago, providing operational
support to the University’s four charter school
campuses. Her work with Girls in the Game has tapped
into her interest in fundraising. Maegen is helping
to secure silent auction prizes and sponsors for Field
of Dreams, Girls in the Game’s annual Gala.
Working with the Girls in the Game staff and volunteers
has been an awesome experience. Everyone involved is
so committed and supportive. I’m looking forward
to a successful Gala on March 5. Many thanks to the
staff for letting me share in the joy of supporting
girls in Chicago!
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