United Way of San Luis Obispo County is currently recruiting local teens that will bring new energy and new voices to community involvement. Now in its 10th year, the United Way Youth Board brings together high school students from across the county who fulfill many of the same duties as a Board of Directors. Students gain valuable leadership skills, learn about the community from local leaders, and connect with peers outside of their own school community; all while earning community service credit. During the year, board members award three $1,000 grants to local youth programs.
Colton Campa a junior at SLO High School, and President of the 2018/19 Youth Board is also a member of the Board of Directors of United Way of San Luis Obispo County.
Recruitment for the 2018-2019 Youth Board is underway. Representatives must be high school students in San Luis Obispo County who are responsible, caring and have a desire to serve. Prior leadership or nonprofit experience is not necessary. The Youth Board meets the first and third Mondays of each month at the Copeland Health Education Pavilion at French Hospital in San Luis Obispo. More information and applications are available at www.unitedwayslo.org/youth-board. Applications being accepted now through September 14th. Space is limited.
United Way of SLO County is an independent, nonprofit organization governed by a local board of volunteers and is affiliated by membership with United Way Worldwide. United Way of San Luis Obispo County invests in the building blocks of our community – health, education, and financial stability. We address root causes to safeguard the future of our community and empower youth to thrive. We unite organizations in preventing problems before they start – creating lasting change. Your investment will add up to big wins for residents of SLO County.
For more information about United Way of SLO County or the Youth Board program, email [email protected], visit www.unitedwayslo.org or call (805) 541-1234.