September
September 18, 2023
Inaugural ELU Member Meeting
At Noon, virtual on Zoom. RSVP here.
September 24, 2023
Volunteer at the Capital Region Buddy Walk
From 11 AM - 2 PM join us in support of the National Down Syndrome Society's annual Buddy Walk, a short 1-mile stroll around the pond in Schenectady’s Central Park. Along with the walk, the day is filled with resource information, entertainment, music, games, crafts, snacks and drinks to promote inclusion and awareness for the achievements of individuals with Down Syndrome. To get involved, RSVP here.
October
October 16, 2023
ELU Member Meeting
At Noon, virtual on Zoom. RSVP here.
October
Volunteer at the YWCA
More details to come.
November
Tuesday, November 28
The Next Generation of Philanthropists on Giving Tuesday
Date TBD
Speed Mentoring at The Blake Annex in Albany
Date TBD
Volunteer Project
December
Date TBD
Holiday Gathering
Date TBD
Volunteer Project
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Emerging Leaders UNITED leverages the power of United Way to ignite the next generation of philanthropists in the Capital Region.
Emerging Leaders UNITED (ELU) is a diverse group of engaged young professionals committed to improving communities across the Capital Region through volunteerism and service initiatives. Powered by United Way of the Greater Capital Region, ELU brings together service-oriented young professionals to become leaders of lasting social change.
For more information on how to get involved, email EmergingLeaders@unitedwaygcr.org
NETWORKING AND VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Emerging Leaders UNITED (ELU) has exclusive access to monthly networking and volunteer opportunities to become more involved in the community. Along with our partner agencies, United Way of the Greater Capital Region (UWGCR) engages ELU participants through volunteer community service projects, professional development workshops, and nonprofit leadership educational opportunities.
SPECIAL EVENTS
ELU hosts special events like the Capital Region Adult Spelling Bee, which raises money and collects supplies for local school-aged children, and UWGCR’s annual 518 Day, the single largest day of volunteerism in the Capital Region.
NUTRITIOUS CHOICES LEARNING PATH
In May 2022, the ELU installed the region’s first Nutritious Choices Learning Path in Albany’s Black Lives Matter Park, followed by a second path installation in Hudson’s Henry Hudson Riverfront Park. In 2023, ELU installed the next two paths at Troy's Knickebacker Park and Schenectady's Steinmetz Park.
GIVING TUESDAY
Each year, a group of active Emerging Leaders is selected to be featured as The Next Generation of Philanthropists on Giving Tuesday, raising funds to support UWGCR and ELU.
Leadership Committee
Connect
Make lasting connections with other young professionals and community leaders at social networking events.
Serve
Enhance your community impact and meet your philanthropic goals by participating in hands-on volunteer opportunities.
Lead
Strengthen your leadership skills through a variety of opportunities for networking, leadership development, and educational events.
Kevin Cordella
Bank of America
Emily Dessingue
Berkshire Hathaway
Corey Harris
Northwestern Mutual
Melissa Jeffers
Town of Colonie
Kate Morgan
Pioneer Bank
Belinda Washock
AAA Hudson Valley
Emerging Leaders United is supported by
