Emerging Leaders United

Emerging Leaders United leverages the power of United Way to ignite the next generation of philanthropists in the Capital Region. 

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United Way of the Greater Capital Region’s Emerging Leaders United (ELU) is a diverse group of engaged young professionals working to drive impact in the Capital Region. Members use their unique skills, passion, and creativity to dive into social issues facing our community and create sustainable change. Emerging Leaders leverage the power of United Way to show the strength and collective impact of the next generation of philanthropists. 

For more information on how to get involved email EmergingLeaders@unitedwaygcr.org

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ConnectMake lasting connections with other young professionals and community leaders at social networking events.

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Serve –  Enhance your community impact and meet your philanthropic goals by participating in hands-on volunteer opportunities.

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LeadStrengthen your leadership skills through a variety of opportunities for networking, leadership development, and educational events.

May

Thursday, May 18

Nutritious Learning Path Installation at Steinmetz Park in Schenectady as part of United Way's 518 Day Send an email to EmergingLeaders@unitedwaygcr.org to get involved.



June

Tuesday, June 13

United Way's Champions of Philanthropy Annual Awards

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Boys & Girls Clubs Volunteer Project



July

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Headshot Happy Hour

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Volunteer Project



August

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Capital Region Adult Spelling Bee

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Volunteer Project



September

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Volunteer Project



October

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Volunteer Project



November

Tuesday, November 28

The Next Generation of Philanthropists on Giving Tuesday

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Speed Mentoring at The Blake Annex in Albany

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Volunteer Project



December

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Holiday Gathering

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Volunteer Project

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 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. The next two paths will be installed in Troy's Knickebacker Park and Yates Elementary in Schenectady later this year.

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 in support of UWGCR and ELU.

 

Leadership Committee

Kevin Cordella

Kevin Cordella
Bank of America

Emily Dessingue

Emily Dessingue
Berkshire Hathaway

Corey Harris

Corey Harris
Northwestern Mutual

Melissa Jeffers

Melissa Jeffers
Town of Colonie

Kate Morgan

Kate Morgan
Pioneer Bank

Belinda Washock

Belinda Washock
AAA Hudson Valley 

Emerging Leaders United is supported by

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Emerging Leaders at Adult Spelling Bee