How to Cultivate a Generation of Civic Engagers with B Goode, CVA
Wednesday January 14, 2026 from 1:00pm - 2:00pm EST
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This is a live virtual webinar. The session will not be recorded.
Crafted and led by a Gen Z changemaker, B Goode, CVA who connects statistics with lived experience, this session explores the relationship between volunteerism and the sense of lost 'community' within their generation. It will create an intentional and grounded space to reframe how we speak about service with younger generations, while also exploring practical strategies to engage and retain young volunteers.
The Speaker:
B Goode is a nonprofit consultant with a deep-rooted commitment to service and equity. Originally inspired by his grandmother’s volunteer work at a local food bank in Arkansas, B has dedicated his career to supporting mission-driven organizations and advancing community-centered leadership. He began his professional journey as an AmeriCorps Member with City Year Chicago, where he spent two formative years focused on education, mentorship, and creating affirming spaces for queer youth. During this time, he launched an initiative to support mentors and educators in fostering inclusive environments—an experience that solidified his passion for capacity building and systems-level change.
Following his service, B stepped into a leadership role as Civic Engagement and Events Manager, deepening his expertise in community organizing and nonprofit operations. Currently, he serves as Manager of Facilitations and Trainings at Chicago Cares, where he leads the organization’s Capacity Building and Advisory Services. In this role, B collaborates with nonprofit and corporate partners to develop strategies, trainings, and frameworks that expand impact, strengthen relationships, and promote long-term sustainability.
B is especially passionate about leadership development, nonprofit capacity building, and cultivating inclusive systems that empower both individuals and organizations. With a collaborative and values-driven approach, he is committed to helping mission-aligned partners build a more just, equitable, and resilient future.
