An ideal candidate embodies the following characteristics:  

• Passion for Uplift’s work and mission
• Passion for Volunteerism, Marketing, and Fundraising
• Desire to Contribute over the Long Term
• Strong Personal and Professional Network

In return, Uplift makes the following commitments to the YPB: 

• To provide members the opportunity for meaningful and rewarding service to our mission and community.   
• To provide members significant professional development and social networking opportunities. 
• To provide members with the information and language they need to be effective members and ambassadors. 
• To be diligent in making the best possible use of the assets members make available to us, whether those are time, wisdom, experience, relationships, or money. 
• Make every effort to keep meetings brief, relevant, interesting, and impactful. 
• Respond to the best of our ability to member questions, concerns, feedback, and/or criticism. 
• Do our utmost to be an organization of which all of us can be proud. 
• To have fun!

Annual activities include:

• Family Art Night, where YPB members interact with children and families utilizing Uplift’s services
• Eagles Game Watch
• Annual Golf Outing
• Fall Fest Gala
• And more!

To learn more about Uplift’s Young Professional’s Board, please contact Heather S. Giampapa, Director of Development and Communications at heather@grievingchildren.com or 267-437-3123, ext. 11.