Working Together, Giving Back,

Changing Lives

Join us for a day of inspiration, networking, and celebration! Discover strategies that work for mission-driven leaders navigating today's complex landscape, connect with a powerful network of change-making alumni, and celebrate those who are redefining what's possible in social impact.

Oct. 24 | In-Person (Yale Club of NYC) & via Livestream

Sept. 16 | Virtual via Zoom

Ready to make a difference? Join our Board Match on Sept 16! Connect with emerging nonprofits seeking your expertise. From first-time boards to strategic growth phases - find your perfect mission match. Virtual event, real impact.

Sept. 18 | 5:00-6:30 PM (Seattle, WA)

YANA PNW end-of-summer happy hour Sept 18, 5-6:30 PM PT at Stoup Brewing Capitol Hill, Seattle. Connect with Yale alumni & friends in social impact space. Finger foods provided. Perfect networking for mission-driven professionals.

Sept. 26 | In-person (New Haven, CT)



1stGenYale launches inaugural Summer Internship Fair Sept 26, 2025 in New Haven. Seeking nonprofit & for-profit partners to host tables—no charge! Help connect Yale students with meaningful summer 2026 opportunities. Apply by Sept 10.

Oct. 9 | 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM PT In-Person (San Francisco) & via Zoom

Join Yale experts Oct 9, 5:30-7 PM PT for "The Duality of Influence: AI and Humanity." The Hybrid event will explore AI's impact on work, education, creativity & culture. Moderated by YANA's SF Bay Area Chapter Lead Eleanor Evans Pepples '86. Free virtual registration.

Defending Educational Equity: July Town Hall Highlights

Kimberly Jones '00 led a powerful July 30 Town Hall on defending 900,000 low-income students from Federal TRIO program cuts. Kimberly is the Council for Opportunity in Education President and she shared grassroots mobilization strategies and the launch of a $500K defense campaign. The conversation was hosted by Keno Sadler YGELP SOM '22 and together they explored systemic advocacy.

Caribbean Chapter Celebrates Creativity and Community

YANA Caribbean hosted a successful hybrid Paint & Sip event on Aug 16 featuring artist Simone Brown. The hummingbird-themed gathering combined cultural connection with creativity. The chapter showcased its year-and-a-half journey video amid Hurricane Erin's Caribbean impact.

August Seminar Explores AI Tech Tools for Mission-Driven Organizations

YANA's Pursuing Your Mission series featured AI & Technology for Nonprofits Aug 14 with Brigitte Hoyer Gosselink SOM '11 (Google AI & Social Impact Director) & Mark Lee '04 (NYC Kids RISE). The pair discussed actionable insights on emerging tools for nonprofits.

Trust-Based Philanthropy Reaches Mainstream Adoption: The Era of Restrictive Grantmaking Is Sunsetting

Trust-based philanthropy hits tipping point with 52% of foundations adopting multi-year unrestricted grants, streamlined applications & deeper grantee relationships. The Ford Foundation & others shift billions to historically underfunded regions.

ServiceNow research identifies "Pacesetter" nonprofits with 10x higher AI adoption achieving mission goals while 45% report insufficient tech budgets. Digital transformation separates high-performing orgs from struggling ones underscoring the importance of strategic investment in technology.

Catalyzing Change: Debra Schwartz's ‘84 Mission-Driven Finance Leadership

Debra Schwartz leads MacArthur Foundation's $500M Impact Investments program, deploying catalytic capital to advance equity and justice. Named to Forbes' 2024 "50-over-50" list, she's a pioneer bridging finance and social mission for nearly 30 years.

Transformative Leadership: Will Miller's ‘78 Announces Step Down from the Wallace Foundation

Will Miller leads the Wallace Foundation as President, bridging business expertise with philanthropic vision. Stepping down in 2025 after 14 transformative years advancing education, youth development, and arts access for disadvantaged communities nationwide. Congratulations, Will!

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