Transforming the lives of chronically ill children, and their families,
shifting all from surviving to thriving -- until cures are found. 
Greetings!
Time is one of our most valuable, and precious, resources.

Whether running between meetings or spending time with my daughter, there never seems to be enough time. That’s one reason volunteers are extraordinary .

Giving their time, volunteers are change makers . And their passion for Bounce's makes them our best ambassadors.

Volunteers are also inspirational . The intelligence and energy of the Board of Directors and Emerging Leaders Board motivates me to push the boundaries and capabilities of our organization.
And, volunteers represent good . Their compassion, dependability, and empathy makes a huge difference to the Bounce Families we serve. Bounce is thriving because of their dedication.

Bounce volunteers make an incredible difference in my life, and more importantly, in the lives of our 900+ members. In honor of National Volunteer Appreciation Week , please join me in applauding them!
Joan M. Steltmann
Chief Executive Officer
Bounce Academy ® Launches: and we're talking about...

Special Needs Estate Planning
featuring Ryan M. Holmes J.D.
Partner, Clark Hill LLC
Bounce Academy completes the portfolio of programs that provide members with a robust set of services. Designed to work together, Bounce programs transform lives, because there is no 'magic wand' for navigating the challenges of a child's illness.

These educational workshops provide strength training for emotional, intellectual, psychological, & financial coping skills and build the ability to 'bounce'.


Bounce Families are invited to join us on Saturday, April 21, 2018 from 1 PM - 3 PM at Hyatt Regency O'Hare for fun, friendship, & learning at the first workshop!

Introducing New Board Members!
Pam Diaz
President
YJT Solutions
Joe Gottschalk
Vice President
Marketing
PepsiCo
Amy Murray
Senior Director,
Global Family Marketing
McDonald's
We are excited, and grateful, to welcome Pam, Joe, & Amy!
They join an amazing Board of Directors already actively serving Bounce.
To meet them, click here .
A Magical Evening Cheering on The Cubbies
...featuring a surprise hello from Mr. Rickett's!
Many thanks to our friends at the Chicago Cubs for
sponsoring a Bounce Bash® at The Friendly Confines.
Future Storytellers Shine at Bounce Bash® Storytown Improv!
Special thanks to the Storytown Improv Team
for a morning of inspiration & laughter!