Current Board of Directors

Leigha Hoffner. Founder and President. Leigha Hoffner is the mother of Jamil who is the inspiration for this foundation. Leigha currently holds her CPA license in the state of Illinois. She has published a poetry book called The Rhythm of My Soul. Leigha is currently attending Kaplan University obtaining a degree in Microbiology. Leigha currently is in charge of the overall care and running of this foundation. However, Leigha also does the website, forum, blog, and anything else that needs to be done. If you would like to reach her please email herHere. She Loves to speak with people and is willing to help everyone she can.

Baron Hooper. Co-Founder and Vice President. Baron Hooper is the father of Jamil Hooper. Baron is a business owner as well as the public liaison. Baron has over 20 years experience working with large companies and public figures. If you would like to reach him please email him Here. He is available to answer any questions, help build relationships, and tell you more ways that you can help the community and the foundation.

Mildred is the Treasurer. She is the grandmother of Jamil. She has proudly served her community and is well know for being the neighborhood grandmother. Mildred can be reached Here. She is available to help provide any information that is needed in regards to the finances of this foundation and willing to do all that she can to help.

Keisha is the secretary. Keisha is also Jamil's cousin. Keisha is available to help you with anything that you need. If you would like to request copies of meeting minutes, membership certificates, or anything else she can be contacted Here.

Waajid is the supervisor of the Community Development committee which is responsible for building relationships with local business owners, acquiring land development for the foundation, and building a strong presence among neighborhoods. If you are interested in speaking to him, setting up a meeting, or helping please email him Here.

Toni and Chantelle are the supervisors of the Children's Community Development committee which is responsible for getting items for the children. This includes toys, food, clothing, play group space, therapy equipment, therapists, ect. If you are interested in helping this committee gain the much needed items for the children please contact them Here.

Lois is the manager of the family resource committee. Lois will be able to help any one who is looking for resources for anything. We maintain a large file of every type of resource from books, therapists, organizations, food, financial assistance, medical assistance to anything else you can think of. If you are in need of a resource or have a resource you would like to share with us please contact Lois Here.

 

Medical Advisory Committee (MAC)

Sara Johnson is a RN who is available for free phone and email consults. Please contact her Here.

 

 

Medical Advisory Committee (MAC)

Dr. Todd Jay Ochs, MD, practices Pediatrics in Chicago, IL with Ravenswood Medical Pro Group. Dr. Ochs received his medical degree from Loyola Univ Of Chicago Stritch Sch Of Med, Maywood IL 60153.

 


To find out how you can help or to join any of our programs please contact us for more information Here

Also feel free to write us at:

A Cure for Bassen Kornzweig Foundation
902 North Richmond 1st Floor
Chicago, IL 60622