About UWYLS


Who are we?

United Way Young Leaders Society is Birmingham's rising generation of leaders.  Get connected to other conscientious young people, work for the good of others, make a difference in our community, develop your professional ability, be a leader.  We are committed to improving lives and community conditions through giving, advocating, and volunteering.  If this describes who you are and who you want to be, come be a part of it. Membership Applications available online.

Who can be a member of Young Leaders Society?

If you see yourself as a young professional, we would like to see you as a Young Leader! Our group consists of young professionals between the ages of 25 and 40. We are made up of a chairperson, steering committee, divisional committees, members, and United Way staff. Fill out the membership application online, send it to us at youngleaders@uwca.org and we’ll get in touch with you about opportunities to get involved!

Who can I serve?

The mission of United Way of Central Alabama is to improve lives and community conditions. Our target issues are education, income, health, and access to services and crisis preparedness. With over 80 partner organizations, we serve in just about any way you’d like to get involved. Check out our full list of partners here.

What can I gain?

Meet new friends, find exciting volunteer opportunities, develop projects to improve the needs you see in our community, talk about the things that really matter to you, have a voice in investing $37 million in our community, learn about critical issues facing the disadvantaged in Birmingham, develop your leadership and networking skills. Be a part of the rising generation of leaders in Birmingham!