JCC PresenTense Chicago, a highly sought-after social entrepreneurship program, is seeking passionate volunteers and Fellows for their new 2015 season. Apply today through Nov. 6 to be part of this inspiring community of innovators and social entrepreneurs.

A largely volunteer-run, vibrant grassroots community of entrepreneurs, mentors, coaches and Advisory Board committee members, JCC PresenTense Chicago is fostering innovation by tapping into the talents and energy of everyday professionals in our community. Over an intensive six-month program, Fellows will work to develop their original ideas into sustainable businesses with the unifying sense of dedication to make this world a better place.

“All great innovators and creators need a fertile environment to grow their ideas. PresenTense is an organization dedicated to doing just that,” said 2012 Fellow and 2014 Mentor, Karen Berk Barak.

Each Fellow works closely with a volunteer mentor and coach for guidance and support. In turn, mentors and coaches gain the opportunity to grow their skills, knowledge, and networks. Fellows attend monthly seminars, workshops and speaking opportunities, such as Social Innovation Night and Shark Tank, to build skills. The program culminates with Launch Night in June, when Fellows share and pitch their ventures to potential partners and funders.

In the past three PresenTense Fellowships, more than 35 Fellows have benefited while working on the development of socially responsible ideas into sustainable businesses.

“Participating in this community gave me a feeling of deep satisfaction.” said Jacob Forman, 2013 Coach and Chair of 2013 Launch Night.

For more information on JCC PresenTense Chicago, visit www.gojcc.org/presentense, or contact Becky at [email protected] or 847.763.3629.