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Young Professional Advocates
About
Young Professional Advocates fosters leadership for and advocacy of the Lena Pope Home, helping to educate the community about the Home’s purpose and work. YPAs learn about Lena Pope Home through unique, meaningful events and service projects.
Mission
Our mission as Young Professional Advocates is to grow future leadership through unity and purpose to support Lena Pope Home’s legacy of creating hope, happiness and success for children and families.
Officers
- Chairman (Chair), Lauren Kwedar
- Vice Chairman, Deirdre Goodman
- Social Chairman, Denise Semple
- Lena Pope Home Director of Development, Marilyn Sammons
- Lena Pope Home Associate Director of Development, Kathy Jo Zeigler
How to Get Involved
Prospective YPAs can get involved in our organization a few ways:
- Attend one of our quarterly events.
- Participate in our annual service project
- Learn about Lena Pope Home by attending a Community Connection lunch
Members pay an annual fee that covers most events; non-members pay an entry fee at the door. The annual YPA fees are $75 for an individual or $125 for a couple and includes admission to most events. To volunteer, participants must undergo a thorough application process.
Calendar of Events
YPA events are scheduled on a quarterly basis and are open to members and guests. There are a few additional events scheduled for members-only. Click here to see our Calendar of Events.
Application
Ready to join Lena Pope Home’s Young Professional Advocates? Click here to open the membership application; to pay your annual membership fee, please click here. We look forward to seeing you soon!