United Way Capital Area Young Leaders Society
Young Leaders Society thanks our generous sponsors:
Our Mission
Our mission is to inspire philanthropy and volunteerism in the young leaders of Central Texas.
YLS is made up of leaders, ages 21-45 who, individually or as a couple, invest a gift of $1,000 or more annually in United Way Capital Area.
Our Focus
Our focus areas are Leadership Training, Education, Volunteerism, and Networking.
Volunteering Opportunities
Educational Opportunities
"The dual benefit of professional skills development and having the opportunity to really understand how your contribution makes a difference is what makes YLS a requirement for me every year. "
-Greg Watson, IBM
Click here to read more about Educational Opportunities for Young Leaders Society members.
Networking Opportunities
"Participating in YLS has eased my transition to life in Austin. As a member of YLS, I have had opportunities to meet other professionals in the Austin area who care about the community and that have made my personal community a little brighter. "
-Myndi Garrett
Click here to read more about Networking Opportunities for Young Leaders Society members.
YLS Events
Lunch with Leaders (w/ Art Acevedo) - Tuesday, August 19, 2008
YLS Newsletters
Latest Young Leaders Society Newsletters:
Volunteering Opportunities
Leadership Giving Impact
I’m Peg.
Last year, while on leave from my job, I found myself with more free time. I decided I wanted to get more involved in community activities. I attended the fall meeting of the United Way Women's Giving Network (WGN). That particular meeting happened to feature a speaker who talked to us about child well-being and the state of childcare in the city.
The presentation moved me deeply, and I became interested in improving the quality of childcare in Austin.
Also at that meeting, I learned that the WGN did not yet have a system in place to provide its members the opportunities to participate in volunteer activities.
