Leadership Opportunities
You can be involved with YLS in several ways. As a general member, you will receive inside information about what’s going on at United Way and how it affects metropolitan Chicago – plus invitations to volunteer, network and get involved in the community. Working committees take their commitment to the next level by meeting on a monthly basis to plan programs and initiatives under the direction of the executive committee. Working committee members receive the same benefits as general members plus invitations to exclusive events, special recognition and leadership training.
If you have any questions about YLS or joining a committee, please email to yls@uw-mc.org or call (312) 906-2222.
YLS Committees:
Member Development
Increase the overall giving level of YLS members by leveraging relationships to secure event sponsorship and plan successful fundraising events.
Awareness
Promote community engagement through events aimed at increasing awareness of community issues.
Communications
Promote the Young Leaders Society through outreach events, newsletters and other marketing vehicles.
Volunteering
Plan and run volunteer activities with United Way partner agencies to engage YLS members.
Benefits:
- Invitations to exclusive leadership events with peers and top Chicago executives
- Leadership training & engagement on issues affecting the community
- Special recognition in YLS News and online
- Letter to company’s CEO and supervisor from United Way CEO, Laura Thrall
- Invitation to annual appreciation event
- Learn about the issues effecting the diverse communities of Chicago
- Resume building
