Join us for Lunch & Learn

Please make plans to join us for YLP’S next Lunch & Learn on Thursday, September 10th (11:30 - 1:00) in the United Way Board Room (843 N. President St., Jackson 39202).

The guest speaker for this session is Ira Murray, United Way’s Vice President of Community Impact, who will talk about the VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) program that put $3.8 million dollars back into the community last year and how United Way plans to grow the program this tax season.

Brown bags are welcome!

RSVP: Monica Daniels (monica@myunitedway.com; 601-965-1346) by September 8th to secure a prepared lunch. We understand that plans change. If you reserve a lunch but cannot make the meeting, please try to remember to cancel so United Way does not incur unneccessary costs. Thanks!

YLP Social at Schimmel's was lots of fun! Thanks to all who came out (despite the rain) and brought items for Labor of Love.

Next time you're in Schimmel's say a special thanks for the delicous appetizers.

HOW I LIVE UNITED VIDEO CONTEST IS NOW OPEN

Get out your cell phones and digital cameras because it's time to make your video for the first-ever HOW I LIVE UNITED video contest. You could win a 32" flat screen TV donated by Best Buy!

We're looking for great stories from great people who are making a difference in our community. Show us how you're getting involved through volunteering, investing in you community, or speaking out on an issue you feel passionate about.

Go to http://www.myunitedway/ for instructions and other details. Submission deadline is October 16--so hurry!

Day of Action 2009- Big Success

Almost 250 volunteers of all ages and backgrounds rolled up their sleeves for a day of hard work at this year's 8 Day of Action Sites. With over a 100 more volunteers than last year and productive work being done across the tri-county area, the Young Professionals in Philanthropy and the United Way can be proud of the community effort towards a better capital area.

Volunteers met afterwards to relax at Hal & Mal's while enjoying free food and drinks, a free concert by JamHaus, and an address by MS Supreme Court Justice James Graves.

2009 Calendar of Events

MAY 7, 2009:
YLP Steering Committee meeting.
8:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. • United Way Boardroom
Anyone interesting in serving on the committee is invited to attend.

MAY 21, 2009:
Soap for Hope, a personal care item supply drive • United Way Day
5:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. • Trustmark Park

JUNE 27, 2009:
Day of Action • Focus: Education
Details to be determined.

JULY 23, 2009:
Lunch & Learn • Focus: Leadership Development
11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. • United Way Boardroom

AUGUST 2009:
Day of Action • Focus: Health Care and Safety Net Services
Details to be determined.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2009:
Lunch & Learn • Focus: Community Impact
11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. • United Way Boardroom

OCTOBER 2009:
Day of Action • Focus: Income
Details to be determined.

NOVEMBER 19, 2009:
Lunch & Learn • Focus: Leadership Development
11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. • United Way Boardroom

DECEMBER 10, 2009:
Holiday Mixer

Join YLP

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF MEMBERSHIP?
• You’ll be recognized as a leader with United Way of the Capital Area.
• You’ll have opportunities to interact with business leaders and other society members who are committed to improving the lives of families in Hinds, Madison and Rankin counties.
• You’ll receive exclusive invitations to Lunch & Learn events designed to improve your leadership skills, cultivate personal and business relationships, and provide access to volunteer activities. You’ll also serve your community by helping host quarterly Day of Action volunteer events.
• You’ll have opportunities to advocate for issues that affect individuals and families in our community.

HOW DO I JOIN?
Membership starts with a household annual contribution to United Way of the Capital Area of $250. Your contribution can be designated through your workplace campaign or directly to UWCA by contacting Monica Daniels, Vice President of Resource Development (monica@myunitedway.com; 601-965-1346.)