The Young Nonprofit Professionals Network (YNPN) is coming to Grand Rapids!  YNPN is a national organization that serves nonprofit professionals between the ages of 21-40 in professional development, education, and networking with their peers. YNPN currently has over 20 affiliate chapters across the country and we are elated that Grand Rapids can now join the list.

The mission of YNPN of Greater Grand Rapids is to provide emerging nonprofit leaders with opportunities for professional development, education, and networking, while promoting a continuing dialog among nonprofits in the Greater Grand Rapids area.

To welcome and introduce YNPN to the community our first kick-off event will be Wednesday, April 2, 2008 from 5:30 – 7:00 pm. (Location TBA)

The event, sponsored by the School of Public and Nonprofit Administration and the Johnson Center for Philanthropy, both at Grand Valley State University, will provide young nonprofit professionals with the opportunity to learn more about YNPN, get to know others like themselves, and meet and greet nonprofit organizations in the community.

Please visit http://ynpnofggr.wikispaces.com for more information. As the event approaches, you will find up-to-date information and details surrounding the event. Don’t forget mark your calendars, we would love to see you there!

Young Nonprofit Professionals Network of Greater Grand Rapids

Board Members

Tera Wozniak – Co-Chair

Janean Brown – Treasurer

Caitlin Townsend – Secretary

Jenn Schaub – Chair of Programming Committee

Ruth Terry – Chair of Social/Networking Committee

Lona Slaughter – Chair of Marketing/Communications Committee