Who We Are

Founded in the fall of 2000, Friends of Northside (FON) Friends of Northside is the parent-led nonprofit supporting Northside College Prep High School. Through fundraising, volunteerism, and community partnerships, we help provide opportunities and resources beyond what public funding alone can provide.


Friends of Northside supports students, teachers, and programs that make Northside exceptional.

Everyone is a Friend of Northside. All Northside parents automatically become members when their child enrolls—there are no membership dues or fees. Friends of Northside is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, and all donations are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law.

Friends of Northside Executive Board

  • Jennifer Patras, President

     Jennifer has a daughter who is an alumni of Northside and another daughter who is a rising senior. Contact Jen with any questions:  


    president@friendsofnorthside.org

  • Mikala C. Stewart, Vice President

    Mikala has a daughter who is a rising senior. Contact Mikala with any questions:


    VPFON@friendsofnorthside.org

  • Susie Park, Treasurer

    Susie has a son who is an alumni of Northisde and another son who is a rising senior.Contact Susie at any time:


    treasurer@friendsofnorthside.org

  • Dan Malinski, Secretary

    Dan has a daughter who is a rising senior. Contact Dan at any time:


    secretary@friendsofnorthside.org

Our Impact in 2025 - 2026

35

New Laptops Purchased

32

Collaborative Desks

85

Colleges at the College Fair

1

Full-Time Staff Position Funded

Installed new athletic championship banners

Purchased a new auditorium projector

Provided new Social Studies textbooks

Replaced broken swim blocks in the pool

Provided support toward the fine arts programs

Provided support toward multiple sports

Frequently Asked Questions

How is Northside funded?

Does Northside receive more funding because it's a Selective Enrollment school?

How do I make a contribution to Friends of Northside?

Can I make a donation now and another donation later?

How can my company and / or employer help Friends of Northside?

Who belongs to Friends of Northside?

How can I get involved in Friends of Northside?

If I don’t join the Friends board, can I still get involved in Friends?

Contact Us

Northside College Preparatory High School

5501 North Kedzie Avenue

Chicago, IL  60625

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