Young Leaders circle
Serve our community. Inspire change. Be a young leader.
The Young Leaders Circle brings the passion and philanthropic power of young professionals together to transform Rhode Island.
Young Leaders Circle provides robust opportunities to connect community-driven millennials who are eager to lead their peers, fundraise, and advocate to improve lives in our community.
A message from the Young Leaders Circle chair
The Young Leaders Circle is the largest networking group in the state for young professionals. However, what sets it apart from other professional organizations is the focus on philanthropy and community engagement.
Through our Learn with Leaders program, we have the chance to engage in small groups with these leaders at such major Rhode Island companies as FM Global, CVS, and Citizens Bank. Additionally, we have worked side-by-side with local leaders to give back to our community through volunteer work, advocacy projects, and fundraising events. Our volunteer work and philanthropy seeks to address some of the most challenging issues facing Rhode Islanders, including education and housing and food security.
The United Way, and the Young Leaders Circle specifically, have afforded me so many opportunities both personally and professionally, all within the context of giving back to the community. My favorite event is the annual Night is Young gala, where hundreds of young professionals join together each year to send students to the Summer Learning Program.
It is together that we will make Rhode Island a great place to live and work for everyone. I welcome you to join us.
Jacqueleen Mazick
Chair of the Young Leaders Circle
Benefits of Young Leaders Circle membership
Connecting with leaders
Grow personally and professionally by meeting a wide range of civic and business leaders through our events and Learn with Leaders series
Advocating for change
Learn about issues facing our community and join us in advocating for change
Engaging with others in a meaningful context
Connect with your community through year-round volunteer activities
Having fun while making a difference
Help host the Night Is Young, one of United Way’s largest fundraisers, to support summer learning
Which Young Leaders Circle level is right for you?
There's no better time than the present to start making a difference.
Questions? Want to learn more before joining?
Contact Jessica Lachey at jessica.lachey@unitedwayri.org.
Already a Young Leaders Circle member?
To keep up to date with all our activities, join our Facebook group.
IN THE NEWS
Ofrecen viajes gratis para vacunas en R.I.
Telemundo Nueva Inglaterra
"El gobernador Dan McKee anunció una asociación con Uber y United Way 2-1-1 para proporcionar 10,000 viajes gratis a todos los sitios de vacunas de R.I."
Uber/United Way offer free rides to vaccines
NBC 10 News
"Gov. Dan McKee on Monday said Uber has partnered with United Way of Rhode Island to give residents free rides to coronavirus vaccination sites... By calling 211, residents who need a ride to get their vaccines will be connected to free rides."
Invest in out of school learning time
The Providence Journal
"Now is the time for the General Assembly to pass legislation that will provide a predictable source of funding for high-quality after-school and summer-learning programs," share United Way of Rhode Island's president and CEO, Cortney Nicolato, and Joseph Pratt, executive director and CEO of Boys & Girls Clubs of Newport County.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Power of the Purse Online Auction
From June 11 – 25, Women United will host Power of the Purse. This year's signature fundraiser is a silent online auction of fabulous handbags. Designers include Tory Burch, Coach, Kate Spade, Brahim, and more. All proceeds will go towards grants for community partners that positively impact children’s literacy.