Glenbard East
Fine Arts Boosters
Supporting the Fine Arts at Glenbard East including Music, Theatre, and the Visual Arts.
What We Do
The Glenbard East Fine Arts Boosters (GEFAB) exists to enrich every student's fine arts experience. Through volunteer support, fundraising, and community partnerships, we help provide opportunities and resources that go beyond what school funding alone can provide.
🎓 Scholarships
Helping students participate, travel, and pursue their artistic goals.
🎭 Programs
Supporting performances, productions, equipment, and classroom enhancements.
❤️ Community
Creating memorable experiences for students, families, and audiences.
Your Support Makes a Difference
Student scholarships and financial assistance
Practice room and facility improvements
Musical instruments, equipment, and production needs
Theatre sets, costumes, and technical elements
Student travel opportunities and educational experiences
Recognition events and student awards
Meals, snacks, and hospitality for students during band camp, theatre productions, rehearsals, and other special events
Fundraisers
Your support makes a difference! Join us throughout the year at one of our fundraising events, where every dollar raised helps create exceptional opportunities for Glenbard East Fine Arts students.
2026–2027 Highlights
Sept. 19–30 – Early Theatre Ticket Sales
March (TBD) – Trivia Night
May 8 – Outdoor Market & Mattress Fundraiser
Meetings
The GEFAB Executive Board meets monthly to support the Glenbard East Fine Arts programs, plan upcoming events, coordinate fundraising efforts, and discuss ways to enhance opportunities for our students.
While the Board meets each month, all are invited to attend our quarterly membership meetings to learn about current initiatives, hear program updates, and share ideas. Meetings take place in the music wing computer lab at East.
2026–2027 Quarterly Membership Meetings(all meetings begin at 6:00 p.m.)
Q1: Tuesday, August 25, 2026
Q2: Tuesday, October 13, 2026
Q 3: Tuesday, January 12, 2027
Q4: Tuesday, April 13, 2027
To read the official bylaws of GEFAB click here.
JOIN GEFAB to support fine arts!
Membership is open to everyone and is one of the simplest ways to invest in youth fine arts. Whether you volunteer your time, make a financial contribution, or both, your support has a lasting impact on our students.
Family Members
Alumni
Current students
Parents of alumni
Staff members
Community members
Private teachers
YOU!
GEFAB Executive Board
Please do not hesitate to contact us with questions about our organization. GEFABoosters@gmail.com
2026-27 Board Members
President - Amanda Poreda
Vice President Music - Sarah Gibson
Vice President Theater - Wayne Temple
Vice President Art - Lisa Bonasorte
Vice President Fundraising - Nicole Farruggia
Treasurer - Tony Vechiola
Secretary - Jackie MacShane
2026-27 Committee Chairs
Christina Galoozis - Communications
Rebecca Delgado, Nina Apolinar - Uniforms
Sarah Petkus - Band
Jen Chavez - Choir
Emmy Johnston - Orchestra
Interested in getting involved or volunteering? Let us know! GEFABoosters@gmail.com.

