Community Corner
'Relentless' Barrington Hills Leader Encourages Local Kids
Zein Bertacchi works tirelessly as a Barrington Hills non-profit to inspire local kids to use their talents for the good of the community.
BARRINGTON HILLS, IL — Without community leaders, Barrington Hills wouldn’t hum along nearly as smoothly as it does. We’d miss their contributions in big and small ways.
Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize these often unsung community leaders and celebrate their contributions.
This submission comes from Rishi Sethi, a Barrington Hills reader who nominated Zein Bertacchi.
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How do you know the community leader?
She is the co-founder of the Youth Volunteer Program at Chess Without Borders
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What does the community leader do?
She raises funds by mentoring youth for local and global charities. Since 2000, he has raised over $220,000 for various charities.
Why do you believe the community leader should be recognized or honored?
Zein is a relentless, dedicated, generous, charismatic volunteer committed to her youth helpers.
What's one thing you want everyone to know about the community hero?
She is a talented cook whose example has encouraged children to use their talents to raise funds
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