YLS inspires 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.
YLS Feature: Financial Stability Lunch and Learn
Join YLS as we explore and discuss the complexities that lead to financial instability for Central Texas families, the resources necessary to stabilize them, and how financial instability affects us all.
March 23, 2010
11:30 am - 1 pm
Cover 3
2700 West Anderson Lane
Austin, TX 78757
Cost is $10. Space is limited. Please use the Google Checkout form below to register.
YLS Member Profile: Amy Payton, Haynes and Boone, LLP
How did you find out about YLS?
Quite a few of my colleagues at Haynes and Boone, LLP are involved with YLS, and I was intrigued with their commitment to the organization and the annual fundraising campaign. I have a passion for charity, especially when there is direct benefit to the local community. Being involved with YLS is a natural fit for me.
What impact do you hope to make in the Austin community?
I have been fortunate to work with wonderful people who inspired me with their volunteerism and commitment to charity and community. It would be wonderful if my involvement were to inspire a young professional to be community-minded. It would be like paying it forward to a future generation.
What opportunities does being a YLS board member provide?
Being a YLS board member affords me the opportunity to work with a dynamic group of leaders in an effort to bring young professionals together in their charitable awareness and drive to make their community a better place.
“I would highly recommend to anyone curious about YLS, to attend one of our events. The quality of members, diverse career fields, positive attitudes, combined with the common interest of giving, advocating and volunteering in our beautiful city of Austin is enough to suffice any young leader's needs.”
Eloy Alderete, Wells Fargo
Want to get more involved?
There’s no time like the present to become more involved in
the community! Join the YLS board and volunteer to be a member of
our committees to help us create, plan, and organize events and
projects for our members.
Benefits of Volunteering:
Volunteer work helps you realize the positive
impact you can make in someone else's life.
Learn new skills or volunteer in your area of
expertise and teach your skills to others.
Group volunteer projects can foster team spirit
and bring together
people from all walks of life.
Be a positive role model to family and friends.
Volunteering is a great way to enhance your résumé.
Volunteering often communicates to others that
you are ambitious,
enthusiastic and care about the community.
A Dow Jones Report noted that corporations interested
in increasing
the education of their top personnel should look to non-profit
organizations over the nation’s business schools, “
Three to five years of volunteer work can provide management experience
most corporations couldn’t provide over 20 years, if at
all” PMA Leadership Briefs, August 2000.
YLS is committed to supporting United Way Capital Area in its efforts to provide resources where they are needed the most in our community: by helping our friends and neighbors today, and, by demonstrating the kind of leadership necessary to make lasting changes in Central Texas.
YLS and United Way Capital Area are working to advance the common good by focusing on education, financial stability and health. YLS hosts education, social, and volunteer activities in these three focus areas during the year.
