Emerging Leaders Society

Are you a young professional looking to get involved in the community? Emerging Leaders Society may be the right fit for you!

Purpose: To build a stronger, caring community by engaging emerging community leaders and United Way supporters through volunteerism, education and networking.

Vision: For each member to grow their relationship with the United Way of York County by increasing financial generosity, volunteerism, and civic engagement.

Membership Criteria

Individuals between the ages of 21-40ish who contribute $250 or more to United Way of York County
Interest in community involvement and a desire to make long-lasting, positive change in York County

Membership Benefits

Access to prominent community leaders
Networking, educational and volunteer events
Leadership development programs
Recognition in United Way of York County publications

CLICK HERE to view the membership criteria flyer.

Save the Date for the 2020 Annual Reception

New and returning members of United Way of York County's Emerging Leaders Society are invited to kick off the year with a reception filled with good food, drinks, and great company. Enjoy beverages and bites at the Box Hill Mansion at Regents Glen Country Club, get to know fellow members, and network with United Way Leadership and Tocqueville Society givers.

5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 28
Box Hill Mansion, Regent's Glen Country Club
1000 Golf Club Drive York, PA 17403

Stay tuned for registration details!

CLICK HERE to see photos from the 2019 Annual Reception.

Lunch & Learn: Accidental Leadership

Thank you to everyone who attended our November Lunch & Learn on accidental leadership, led by Kim Alvarez, Director of Development at SpiriTrust Lutheran. Kim shared great insights on how to manage up, navigate difficult conversations, and set fair boundaries to maintain your sanity!

CLICK HERE to view Kim's presentation slides.

CLICK HERE to see photos.

ELS volunteers for Day of Action!

Thank you to the ELS members and friends who volunteered for United Way of York County's Day of Action. ELS was at YWCA York, spending time in child care classrooms with children from 6 weeks to 5 years old, and we're not sure who had more fun! Check out photos from the ELS project and from the 80+ other projects around York County!

Thank you to our sponsors!

2019 ELS Steering Committee

Andrew Koplitz, Chair, PeoplesBank, A Codorus Valley Company
Cristina Andrewleski, McConkey Insurance & Benefits
Marco Angelone, RKL
Kelly Bradburn, York Traditions Bank
Tony Campisi, The Wolf Company
Elle Hale, Century 21 Core Partners
Aislinn King, Menasha Packaging
Ryan Luckenbaugh, Stambaugh Ness
Michael Perry, Glatfelter Insurance Group
Matthew Ruth, Fulton Bank
Nicholas Snyder, energyObjective, A Shipley Energy Co.

Stay Informed

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View our photo gallery for ELS and other United Way events

For more information or to join the Emerging Leaders Society, please contact Bryce Kruger at 717-771-3809.

2019 Annual Reception

Thank you to all who attended the ELS Annual Reception on April 30, presented by PeoplesBank, A Codorus Valley Company. This was a great chance to connect with new and returning ELS members, as well as Leadership Givers and community leaders.

Attendees heard from Tocqueville Society Chair Kent Ketterman on the power of mentorship and the importance of giving back to build a stronger, caring community, and from Jose Santiago of the New American Welcome Center, on the impact of this United Way-funded program.

Thanks to Wyndridge Farm for hosting, and to Tocqueville Society member and owner Dr. Steve Groff for sharing updates on their next venture.

CLICK HERE to see photos from the evening.