YPO's Community Connection subcommittee presents a non-profit lunch-and-learn series called “Get Connected.” Held every other month, this series educates YPO members about non-profits in the area as well as the various volunteer opportunities available among the presenting agencies. This is a great opportunity for YPO members to become more involved in our community and learn what non-profits are doing to make central Illinois a better place to live.

 Join us December 16th from 12:00pm to 1:00pm at the Heartland Partnership offices at 100 S.W. Water St. Bring your lunch and sit back and learn more about the following non-profits and volunteer opportunities available:  Heart of Illinois United Way (HOIUW)Speaker:  Darla Ardis, Fund Distribution Outcome Specialist    http://www,hoiunitedway.org/    HOIUW is a volunteer driven organization that depends upon thousands of volunteers annually to reinforce and move our mission and vision forward. This vibrant, competent and diverse group is one of our most powerful forms of philanthropy. Through community volunteerism and leadership, HOIUW is mobilizing a dedicated, united team of advocates working to advance the common good and create positive, lasting community change. Salvation ArmySpeaker:  Gretchen Amick, Caseworker   http://www.salvationarmy.org The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.