Lead, Connect, Grow, Serve: Spring News

LEAD. CONNECT. GROW. SERVE.

ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT

Celebrating alumni achievements, contributions, and impact

John Cyzewski (YLT, YIPEE) was featured as a Rising Star on 13 Action News for his dedication to serving the community.
Alisha Durham (Focus 419) has been named the new Director of Upward Bound at The University of Toledo.
Tedd Long (Signature Program) has published his third book titled The Toledo Papers.
Lydia Bal (YLT, YIPEE) received national honors while representing Ohio at the Voice of Democracy competition in Washington, D.C.
Julia Hage (Signature Program) launched TheHageCo, a company offering creative public speaking and communications solutions.
Joel Drees (YLT, YIPEE) raised $50,000 alongside his Caddies Against Cancer teammates for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Student Visionaries of the Year campaign.

2024 COMMUNITY IMPACT REPORT

This Impact Report is a celebration of what you made possible.

Thanks to your support, the 2024 Impact Report highlights the partnerships, growth, and accomplishments that continue to strengthen Leadership Toledo’s mission.

Every success story inside is a direct reflection of your belief in building a stronger, more connected community.

LEADERSHIP IN ACTION

Four students stand behind a table with boxes of pizza on them, smiling and waving at the camera

Celebrating the Youth Leadership Toledo Class of 2025

One of the key pillars Youth Leadership Toledo (YLT) students experience during their program year is the opportunity to serve a local nonprofit through a hands-on service project.

This year, students collectively volunteered 406 hours between 11 organizations.

Screen grab of a news article that reads "Conference Raises Awareness for Student Mental Health." Pictured is Anna Toney tossing a tennis ball to participants.

Student Athlete Mental Health Awareness Conference

During a collaborative effort between Leadership Toledo and the Northern Lakes League, more than 200 students from 10 NLL schools came together today to explore self-care, build resilience, and gain tools to support their mental well-being while navigating life’s challenges.

YIPEE students sit and stand for a group photo, facing the camera and smiling.

YIPEE Donates Nearly $20,000 to Toledo-Area Nonprofits

Students learn the foundation of community awareness and thoughtful giving by raising and allocating thousands of dollars to benefit local youth-serving organizations.

Pictured are approximately 40 individuals smiling at the camera, with their arms extended in celebration.

Signature Program Community Impact Project Outcomes

A fundamental aspect of Leadership Toledo's Signature Program is the opportunity for participants to both expand their knowledge of local organizations and hone leadership skills through participation in a small group Community Impact Project.

This year, participants volunteered 826 hours, totaling an estimated value of $171,746.

UPCOMING EVENTS

June 25 - 27

Focus 419

Focus 419 provides a deeper understanding of our community and empowers individuals to take on active leadership roles through an immersive 2½ day experience.

Last chance to register

Now Recruiting

2025-2026 Signature Program

Through this ten month immersive experience, participants develop a thorough understanding of the strengths and challenges of the Toledo region. Class members explore a wide variety of topics while utilizing their own skills and talents to improve and enrich our community.

Learn More & Apply

August 13

Board Member Accelerator Workshop with Aly Sterling Philanthropy

Better boards make better nonprofits, and better nonprofits make better communities. This hands-on workshop, facilitated by Emily Croak, Vice President at Aly Sterling Philanthropy and a proud 2x Leadership Toledo alum, will empower you to successfully govern nonprofit organizations.

Learn More & Register