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Upcoming Events

Fall Prom: Reminisce about high-school while supporting current high-schoolers!

Do you miss the days of glittery gowns, oversized corsages, and awkward slow dances? Put on your best party dress and come relive your teenage years at the Young Leaders Fall Prom! Enjoy an open bar and light appetizers and reminisce about your most memorable high school moments with peers, colleagues and new friends as you support current high schoolers. The event will be held on Saturday, November 15, 2008 from 7:00 – 10:00PM at Kings [map].

Leaders events allow young professionals to meet other likeminded, driven individuals from varying industries and diverse backgrounds. They provide the opportunity to network and socialize with peers.

Leadership Roundtable, Fall 2008

P. Steven Ainsley, publisher of The Boston Globe, will host this fall’s Leadership Roundtable! Mr. Ainsley, a United Way Board Member, will host 15 Young Leaders to discuss his career path and involvement in United Way. Mr. Ainsley, a United Way Board Member, will host Young Leaders to discuss his career path and involvement in United Way. The Leadership Roundtable series provides Young Leaders with the opportunity to personally interact with some of greater Boston’s most respected business and community leaders and partake in a discussion about professional history and personal philanthropy. Previous Roundtable Hosts have included:

Michael Durkin, Chief Executive Officer of United Way
Robert Mahoney, Executive Vice Chairman of Citizens Bank and 2007 United Way Board Chair
Geri Denterlein, Founder and President of Denterlein Worldwide

Past Events

Cocktails and Starfish, A Night At The Aquarium

It was a wonderful evening of mingling and adventure...On April 26, 2008, United Way Young Leaders hosted a gala at the New England Aquarium in celebration of the Youth Venture Program. The event was a festive occasion, and a wonderful opportunity for socializing and learning about Youth Venture Program. >> See photos from the event.

Leadership Roundtable, Spring 2008

United Way CEO Mike Durkin hosted a group of Young Leaders to discuss his new role with United Way, and rich history with the organization. The group heard about Mr. Durkin’s career history and previous work in management positions with United Way’s in Atlanta, Georgia; Portsmouth, New Hampshire; Lawrence, Massachusetts; Boulder, Colorado; Columbia, South Carolina, and his most recent role as CEO of Mile High United Way in Denver, Colorado. Mr. Durkin also answered questions about the organization’s commitment to Young Leaders, and vision for the future.

Leadership Roundtable, Winter 2008

In February, a small group of Young Leaders gathered to meet and converse with Denterlein Worldwide President and founder, Geri Denterlein. Ms. Denterlein discussed her history with the public affairs firm, and the road that led her to a career in this industry. Additionally, she touched upon her motivation for writing her recently published book entitled, “Power Chicks’ Guide to Boston: In Their Own Words”, and welcomed questions from the group regarding personal career advice. The Young Leaders are currently working to secure the next roundtable host, and look forward to equally enlightening and inspirational conversation later this spring.

“Dream It. Do It.” Youth Training

The introductory “Dream It. Do It.” youth training was held on January 12, 2008. The kickoff session introduced teams from local afterschool programs to Youth Venture and generated project ideas through a brainstorming session. The young people who participated were very engaged throughout the workshop, with one staff member telling us that their kids didn’t want to leave! Check out the photos below! >> See photos from the event

Youth Venture Selection Panel

Returning with creative and comprehensive plans, the agency groups presented their innovative ideas for social change on February 9, 2008. The kids were excited and prepared, and we’re happy to announce that we funded three of these ventures this spring. The agencies that participated in the event were Centro Presente, Sociedad Latina and South Boston Neighborhood House. Thank you to all the Young Leaders who volunteered as Social Entrepreneurship Advisors and as part of the Selection Panel. >> See photos from the event

What the Young Leader volunteers thought:

“I enjoyed working with the participants and thought there were many good ideas and much enthusiasm. I look forward to seeing these ideas progress and helping them develop them along the way.” “The energy from the participants created a positive environment in which ideas were shared and developed. I look forward to working further with Youth Venture in the future.” “Participants were inspired and inspiring. I could see the gears moving in their heads. They truly seemed to appreciate the freedom and empowerment that the Youth Venture opportunity offers.”