Young Philanthropists Circle
What is YPC?
UWBB’s Young Philanthropists Circle (YPC) recognizes individuals and couples under the age of 40 who contribute an annual gift of $1,000 or more. In the 2010-11 campaign, 65 YPC members raised $91,040. YPC provides opportunities for young professionals to become more engaged in our community through philanthropy and volunteer activities.
Who we are
- Breakfast with a Leader – This unique program for YPC members offers an opportunity to meet with prominent philanthropists in our community. Members get to know and learn from CEOs and established community leaders.
- Volunteer Activities – Volunteer events with UWBB’s certified agencies allow YPC members to get involved and make a difference through hands-on activities. Previous activities have included delivering meals to seniors, planting gardens, and renovating play spaces for kids.
- Connect YP – A variety of YPC networking events take place throughout the year. Many socials are held in conjunction with Access Tallahassee and the Network of Young Professionals.
- Mentorship Program – Connects YPC members with UWBB Tocqueville Society and Board members through a one-year mentor-based relationship. YPC members will also have the opportunity to mentor a member of FSU’s Student United Way. Members must meet certain eligibility criteria to participate in this program.
- Extreme Makeover: Agency Edition – YPC coordinates it’s annual Extreme Makeover: Agency Edition volunteer project every spring. YPC teams up with other groups in the Big Bend to perform improvement projects at several local UWBB agencies. Every year brings about a different set of agencies and projects.
What is the YPC Fast Track Program?
The YPC Fast Track Program provides a broader group of donors with the opportunity to participate in a “step-up” leadership-giving program. Individuals and couples may join YPC by giving $500 during the first year of membership with a commitment to step up to the $1,000 Leadership level by the third year of membership.
The step-up schedule is $500 the first year, $750 in year two, and $1,000 by year three. Fast Track members enjoy the same opportunities as YPC members including attending Breakfast with a Leader and other social events. Listing in the UWBB’s Leadership Roster is reserved for the third year of membership.
For more information on YPC, contact Courtenay Garcia at 850.488.8325 or send email to courtenay@uwbb.org.
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Become a YPC Leadership Giver today. Print, fill out and mail your completed pledge form to 307 East 7th Ave., Tallahassee, FL 32303.
YPC Committee
- Michael Himmel (Chair), Van Allen Insurance
- Park Broome, Florida Commerce Credit Union
- Dana Noles, Tallahassee Chamber
- Nikita Graham, ATKINS
- Tyler Huston, Northwestern Mutual Finance Network
- Mike LePorin, Tri-Eagle Sales
