On August 14, YLS and St. Leonard’s Ministries partnered to provide an interactive discussion on barriers facing formerly-incarcerated individuals and solutions that aim to prevent a relapse into crime as they transitioned back into society. Panelists James, William, David and Matthew discussed their experiences with St. Leonard’s programs and how the organization assisted them in [...]
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YLS Chair on Comcast Newsmakers News!
On behalf of YLS, we’re so excited to share this Comcast Newsmakers interview with our former YLS Executive Chair, Katie Patterson! Talking about ways that we Give, Advocate and Volunteer as a part of the group, Katie’s interview helped viewers understand what we’re all about and the impact young professionals can make on our community. [...]
Young Leaders Society raises more than $3,000 at Split-the-Pot raffle
On June 30, United Way of Metropolitan Chicago’s Young Leaders Society (YLS) met at Joe’s Sports Bar to eat, drink and raise money for our community at their end-of-the-year celebration event, “A Token of Our Appreciation.” “Young Leaders Society had a lot to celebrate this past year. Considering these trying times, YLS members still gave [...]
YLS shines the spotlight on community Rock Stars
By: Liz deAvila On March 16, 2010, almost 70 Young Leaders Society(YLS) members gathered at the House of Blues to honor six of their peers, each of whom is a stand-out community volunteer dedicated to making a difference in their communities and beyond. At the Community Rock Star Celebration, Brian Johns, Jessica Schaal, Cody [...]
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