.Societies.
Connect
Networking with community-minded young professionals from an army of industries.
Lead
Access senior leadership of region’s top companies, organizations and nonprofits.
Serve
Become involved with special volunteer efforts and planning committees.
.Young Leaders Society.
United Way’s Young Leaders Society (YLS) is a network of young professionals from their early 20s through 40 who share a passion for advancing community solutions in their own backyards. Through unique networking, hands-on volunteering during the Fill the Bus School Supply Drive, Joy of Sharing Holiday Gift Program while engaging in innovative leadership opportunities, members leverage the power of United Way to connect, serve and grow both personally and professionally.

.YLS Cabinet.
Dr. Todd Jenkins (YLS Chair) • Daizy Andrade • Bridget Bairds • Shayan Dehbozorgi • Dallas Hardison • Tavares Jones • Elaina Tarpley • Madeline Taylor
.How to Join.

Donate & Become a Young Leader today!
Thank you for your commitment to helping those across the Northwest Arkansas Community.

.Leadership Society.
Join the United Way of NWA giving community and get connected with other community minded people and network and deepen your philanthropic commitment. We all come from different backgrounds and from all walks of life but we have one thing in common, we all call Northwest Arkansas home. It’s where we work, play and raise our families. We come together as a community to make it better. The gift of your time, talent and treasure sets a standard in our community and by example, sets a course for others to follow.
.How to join.
.Contribution Tiers.
$250/year
Deliver health and dental services to 4 children living in poverty.
$500/year
Provide safe and supported housing for 1 homeless teen.
$1000/year
Initiate 10 savings accounts for low-income children.
Donate and become a leadership donor today!
Thank you for your commitment to helping those across the Northwest Arkansas Community.