So we added 2 extra projects this month, and we’ve almost completely filled them all (that’s almost 100 volunteers). Way to go GenNext volunteers!
But we still have one project that NO ONE has signed up for yet. We’ve left the second shift at the Good Shepherd fundraiser on February 20 from 8:30 - 11 p.m. standing alone like the kid who gets picked last for kickball.
I know it’s not a great time for those who want to go out that night (or get to bed at a reasonable hour if you’re old like me), but we’ll sweeten the deal and give Live United t-shirts to 15 Gennexters who sign up (and attend!). Email us (gennext@stl.unitedway.org) if you’re interested.
If you caught the Grammys this weekend, you were probably as shocked as we were to see that “On a Boat” (of SNL/YouTube fame) was nominated. Alas, it didn’t win. But here at GenNext, we’re giving you something even better: “On a Project.” Grammy, we’ll be waiting for you to call.
Our GenNext Steering Committee met yesterday to discusss ideas and plans for 2010. At the top of our list - adding service projects so everyone who wants to volunteer has the opportunity to do so, providing professional development opportunities for our members, and keeping our events true to the GenNext/United Way mission as we grow.
What do you think? Post your ideas and suggestions for 2010 and help us strategize!
The crisis in Haiti is top of mind for millions of people around the globe, and it’s no different for us in the St. Louis region. This is a tremendous disaster that has touched all of our hearts.
Last Friday morning, we convened at the United Way a group of 10 area agencies that are helping with the Haiti recovery through local, national and international organizations and affiliates.
1. Where do you work?
I work at Express Scripts. It is a pharmacy company. I am a senior product manager.
2. How long have you lived in St. Louis?
I was born and raised here. I moved away for four years to Texas, but I have been back for about one and a half years.
3. How and when did you get involved with GenNext?
When I moved back to St. Louis, I was looking for a place to get involved. While I was away, I did Junior Achievement and volunteered at the YMCA, so when I moved back, I just looked at different organizations. I liked that GenNext had a monthly volunteer schedule, and that everyone else was close to my age and at similar stages in their lives.
4. What’s been your favorite GenNext activity or memory?
I like any of the activities that involve a lot of hands-on work. I liked working at the Foodbank, boxing and organizing. It’s rewarding when you can see what you have accomplished. I also enjoyed when we went to an elderly woman’s house and helped her paint, rake leaves and clean. She was very grateful for us, and that was great to see. Click to learn more
1. Where do you work?