The purpose of the Woman’s Board is to advance the French educational and cultural initiatives of the Alliance Française de Chicago. As the primary fundraising arm for the Alliance, we do this by providing donations, paying dues, promoting the Alliance, and actively participating in Alliance programs and the work of the Woman’s Board.
The Woman’s Board proudly supports the Educational Outreach Program, which provides the means for select CPS high school students to not only strengthen their studies of the French language, but to open their hearts and minds to the world.
We also offer a Club Littéraire where members — both American and French-speaking women — are welcome to discuss and engage in a lively conversation and learn more about the thought process, the cultural identity, and traditions exposed in French literature.
The Woman’s Board invites you to an immersive night of French couture, cuisine, and art at the Four Seasons Chicago on May 9, honoring legendary collectors Jeffrey & Carol Horvitz.

Mrs. Jeannine Giesen †
Mrs. Jean Goldman †
Mrs. Catharine Hamilton
Mrs. Libby Horn, Founding President
Mrs. Maureen Smith †
Mrs. Judith Terra
† in memoriam