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Lisa Rieger ‘79, Kristin Urquiza ‘03, Ken Inadomi ‘76 at Assembly and Convocation. Photo by Dave Rudin M.Phil ‘85

YANA is thrilled to receive the YAA Board of Governors Excellence Award, marking our 11th Excellence Award in 12 years! This year’s honor recognizes the 2023 Generation-to-Generation Gala, our first post-Covid in-person fundraiser.

Members of the 2024 YANA Board at the Yale Club for the 2024 Social Impact Conference and Awards Luncheon

This Thanksgiving, we reflect with gratitude on YANA’s award-winning journey. Thank you to every board member, volunteer, and supporter whose dedication makes our impact possible. Together, we celebrate excellence, teamwork, and the power of community. Wishing you a joyful and meaningful Thanksgiving!

An AEP student excitedly points to their placement!

Dec. 5 | In-Person - Rose Alumni House, Yale Campus

YANA just launched its newest chapter: on Yale’s campus! Join YANA student leaders at the Rose Alumni House for an intimate gathering with David McCullough III ‘17, Co-founder and CEO of the American Exchange Project.

Photographer:

Patrice D. Bowman

Dec. 11 | 6:30 PM ET - In-Person (Yale Club of NYC)

Join YANA President Ken Inadomi and other mission-driven alumni in the Main Lounge of the Yale Club to celebrate another year of impact and connections. You don’t need to be a member of the Yale Club to join! 

Dec. 12 | 6:30 PM ET via Zoom

Join us for a virtual evening of social impact as the YANA Caribbean Chapter raises funds to help hurricane survivors in the Caribbean. Music will feature Steelpan duet Liam & Jaden Teague, vocalist Sonovia Pierre, Conch Shell Ensemble, University of the Bahamas Goombay Ensemble & other performances!

Photographer:

Patrice D. Bowman

The YANA Annual Awards Luncheon and Conference celebrated alumni achievements and the power of mentorship. With nearly 300 attendees, the event featured a keynote by Bishop William Barber II on moral responsibility. Read more about this inspiring day in the Yale Daily News. Let’s keep building impact together!

A U.S. House bill threatens nonprofit tax-exempt status sparking fears of political misuse. Nonprofits and civil rights advocates are rallying to oppose it, warning it may undermine civil society.

With year-end fast approaching, nonprofits should prioritize key tasks like reviewing finances, thanking donors, and updating strategic plans. Check out the Forbes End-of-the-Year Checklist to get your nonprofit house in order

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