Youth Enrichment Services

Young Professionals Committee

The Young Professionals Committee at Youth Enrichment Services (YES) is a young professionals group dedicated to empowering urban youth in Boston through outdoor and enrichment programming.  Members consist of motivated individuals in their 20s, 30s, and 40s who are willing to fundraise, promote, and raise awareness for YES’s mission.  The committee provides young professionals in Boston the opportunity to network, volunteer, socialize, and give back.

If you are interested in joining the Young Professionals Committee, which plans and executes 4 – 6 after-work events to benefit YES each year, read the requirements below and apply at the link below. Contact Meghan Burgess, Development Coordinator, at [email protected] with any questions.

2019 – 2020 Young Professional Events include:

  • Tour de South Shore – September 21, 2019
  • Harpoon Beer Tasting – November 7, 2019
  • YES Trivia Night – January 23, 2020
  • Shamrock Splash – March 2020
  • Happy Hour – May 2020
  • Boston Waterfront 5K – June 2020
  • Harbor Cruise – June 2020
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Member Role Description and Expectations

Expectations

  • Financially support YES by giving or getting at least $250 annually through personal event attendance and/or attendance by members of your personal network.
  • Attend at least 75% of committee-planned events and planning meetings throughout the year.
  • Invite, host, and “close the deal” on event attendance by individuals in your personal network.
  • Support event planning and coordination as needed
  • Secure raffle and auction items for events as needed

Responsibilities

  • Attend and support special events hosted by the committee.
  • Generate attendance among your personal and professional network for special events.
  • Build awareness and connections for YES in your personal and professional communities.
  • Brainstorm event ideas with the group that are innovative, feasible and can attract a broad group of attendees
  • Help plan and execute special events hosted by the committee.
  • Assist with in-kind donation solicitation. i.e. raffle and auction items for events
  • Communicate and promote YES’s mission and programs to your personal networks.
  • Help develop new fundraising ideas and opportunities in partnership with YES staff.