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Young Professionals Creating Lasting Community Impact
Young Leaders Society (YLS) is a network of passionate young professionals who believe in the power of collective impact. Through giving, volunteerism, and leadership opportunities, YLS members help strengthen our community and create meaningful change throughout El Paso.
We are more than a network — we are a movement of individuals investing in the future of our community.
Join a network of emerging leaders committed to creating positive change in El Paso through philanthropy, volunteerism, and community engagement.
VISION
To inspire and empower the next generation of community leaders to create a stronger, more connected El Paso.
MISSION
Young Leaders Society engages emerging professionals through philanthropy, volunteerism, and leadership opportunities that support United Way's Community Impact Fund and create meaningful change.
Become Part of the Network
Young Leaders Society is not a membership-based organization. When you invest in United Way's Community Impact Fund, you become part of a donor network dedicated to strengthening our community.
Your contribution supports programs and initiatives that promote healthy community, youth opportunity, financial security and community resiliency, and basic needs across our region.
Ways to Join
A starting point for young professionals and students interested in community involvement and giving back.
RISE
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Annual investment into United Way's Community Impact Fund
Benefits:
• Networking opportunities
• Volunteer experiences
• Leadership development
• Exclusive events
• Community impact experiences
See Community Impact in Action
Real change happens when people come together. Discover stories of impact and see how support through United Way creates lasting change in our community.
“I realized that while I was helping on my own, I could do so much more by joining an organization with an established reach.”
— Andres Rodriguez III, YLS Advisory Board Member
“When I’m out in the community, I feel a responsibility to give back in any way I can. Through these experiences, I’ve gained a stronger sense of purpose and pride in my community..”
— Amber Flores, YLS Member
What's Coming Up
There is always something happening. Join us for volunteer opportunities, networking events, leadership experiences, and community conversations.