Just The Beginning – A Pipeline Organization (JTB-APO) Associate Board Application & Fall Fundraiser + Silent Auction

[Jaylin D. McClinton]

Hi there -

I am reaching out to you in my capacity as President of the Just The Beginning - A Pipeline Organization (JTB-APO)'s Associate Board. I serve on this associate board because I truly believe in the non-profit's vision of a profession in which lawyers and judges reflect the backgrounds and perspectives of the populations they serve. JTB–APO has worked to accomplish this mission through educational programming for students as early as middle school. It is with that in mind that I wanted to flag two opportunities to support such an incredible organization that I love dearly:

Fall Fundraiser + Silent Auction

On Wednesday, November 12th, 2025, from 6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m., we are hosting a Fall Fundraiser + Silent Auction at District Brew Yards (417 North Ashland Avenue Chicago, Illinois, 60622) to raise necessary funds to continue lighting the spark for those at various stages on the legal pipeline.

You can purchase tickets here for $50 and it includes 1-2 drink tickets, food + dessert, and game options. In addition, there will be some awesome items to bid on throughout the event!

Associate Board Application

Do you believe diversity in the legal field is important?

Do you want to increase diversity in the legal profession by helping middle school, high school, and college students from underrepresented backgrounds?

Are you interested in joining a national associate board?

If you answered “yes” to all three questions, great news! The Just the Beginning–A Pipeline Organization (JTB-APO) Associate Board is accepting applications for new members to join from now until Thursday, November 20th, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. CT.

We are especially looking to increase membership in the following areas: California (LA + San Diego); DMV (D.C. + Richmond); Tennessee (Nashville); and Texas (Houston)!

If you (or someone that you know) are interested in joining, please complete the following application, including a short statement of interest, and upload a resume here.

Thank you for your consideration!

Best,

Jaylin D. McClinton

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Jaylin D. McClinton

Pronouns: he/him/él

Cell: (773) 621-1636

Email: jaylinmcc...@gmail.com