NETWORKING AND VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES 

Emerging Leaders United (ELU) has exclusive access to monthly networking and volunteer opportunities to become more involved in their community. Along with our partner agencies, United Way of the Greater Capital Region (UWGCR) engages ELU participants through monthly volunteer projects, professional development workshops, and nonprofit leadership educational opportunities.

SPECIAL EVENTS

ELU hosts two signature events throughout the year in addition to participating in United Way's annual 518 Day, the area’s single largest day of volunteerism. 

• 518 Day - May 17, 2024
• Headshot Happy Hour - July 24, 2024 
• Capital Region Adult Spelling Bee - September 18, 2024

NUTRITIOUS CHOICES LEARNING PATH

In 2022, ELU installed the region’s first Nutritious Choices Learning Path in Albany’s Black Lives Matter Park. Since then, ELU has installed three more paths in Hudson’s Henry Hudson Riverfront Park, Troy’s Knickerbacker Park, and Schenectady’s Steinmetz Park. The Nutritious Choices Learning Paths promotes healthy habits and recognizes the need for more accessible and affordable healthy food for everyone in the Capital Region. 

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. Last year, ELU raised over $11,000!

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.