We invite you to join United Way’s Emerging Leaders in Giving, Advisory Board, a group of caring and committed young professionals on a mission to encourage philanthropy and volunteerism among their peers. ELIG members are typically under 40 years old and engage in a wide variety of volunteer projects, networking conversations and social events. Join to make a lasting difference for individuals, families and neighborhoods in need.
ELIG BOARD MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS
AS A ELIG BOARD MEMBER, YOU WILL RECEIVE:
- Opportunities to engage with key community, civic and business leaders
- Unique opportunities to engage directly in United Way's work through volunteerism
- Professional and personal growth through leadership development opportunities
- Invitations to social events where you can expand your network and meet like minded individuals
- Inclusion in our social media network and LinkedIn community
- United Way issue-awareness, networking and celebration events in the area
BUILD STRONGER COMMUNITIES WITH YOUR INVESTMENT OF TIME, TALENT, AND TREASURE TO ENSURE:
- Young children have access to quality early learning programs.
- Underperforming middle school students enter high school on track to graduate
- People are connected with preventative health services.
- Households are economically stable through employment training, financial literacy education and tax filing assistance.
- The needs of approximately 1 million people are answered each year through food, shelter and safety from violence.
- Entire neighborhoods have the support they need to thrive.
INTERESTED IN LEADERSHIP? JOIN THE elig ADVISORY BOARD
Get more involved and help make a difference. Board members take their involvement to the next level by planning opportunities and events for ELIG. Committees include:
- Community Outreach
- Member Development
- Special Events
- Communications