Corporate Partnerships
Young Women’s Leadership Network (YWLN) supports two life-changing programs that empower low-income students to break the cycle of poverty through education: The Young Women’s Leadership Schools (TYWLS) are a network of high performing all-girls public secondary schools that empower young women to achieve their higher education dreams and their learning and leadership potential. In 20152016, TYWLS serve more than 2,300 young women in five network schools located in the Bronx, Brooklyn, Manhattan and Queens.
empowers young women and men to realize their higher education potential. In 2015-2016, CBI serves four TYWLS and 23 co-ed public schools throughout New York City, reaching over 14,500 students.
By placing full-time college guidance experts in highneed public schools, CollegeBound Initiative (CBI)
“I understand the obstacles that young adults face, and the academic and financial resources which are necessary to make it through four years of college. Young Women’s Leadership Network provides ongoing education which empowers young women and men to meet the challenges they face and successfully navigate the college process and experience. The success level is staggering.” —Andrea Picard, BlackRock
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TYWLS alumnae achieve four-year college degrees at nearly triple the rate of their peers
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CBI participants graduating from our partner schools achieve four-year college degrees at nearly double of the rate of their peers
BECOME A CORPORATE PARTNER
YWLN relies on the generous support of the corporate community to help our young women and men achieve their higher education dreams and learning and leadership potential. By partnering with YWLN as a Program Supporter, Event Sponsor, and through our Volunteer Programs, your company can make a difference in the lives of thousands of New York City public school students.
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PROGRAM SUPPORTER
YWLN corporate partners enjoy a distinct array of benefits including access to volunteer programs, invitations to special events and galas, networking opportunities throughout the year, and branding and visibility. $100,000+ CHAMPION Can help fund CBI and all Early College and Career Awareness programs at one of our girls’ schools. Benefits of Support: � Special invitations for a group of employees to participate in YWLN volunteer programs
� Special participation in YWLN’s (Em)Power Breakfast or
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CollegeBound Initiative Celebration including: a premiere table, full-page color ad and lead listing in the event journal, logo on the event signage and special recognition from the stage One month-long donor spotlight feature on ywln.org Logo recognition on ywln.org and all materials that recognize corporate partners Spotlight in Progress Report, the quarterly e-newsletter for corporate partners Special invitations to TYWLS Commencement Ceremonies Company representation on YWLN’s Leadership Council Exposure to YWLN supporters and friends through networking events and via multiple media channels
$75,000 LEADER Can help fund CBI throughout our 27 New York City public partner schools. Benefits of Support: � Special invitations for a group of employees to participate in YWLN volunteer programs
� Special participation in YWLN’s annual CBI celebration or
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(Em)Power Breakfast including: reserved seating, fullpage color ad and lead listing in journal, logo on the event signage and special recognition from the stage One month-long donor spotlight feature on ywln.org Logo recognition on ywln.org and all materials that recognize corporate partners Spotlight in Progress Report, the quarterly e-newsletter for corporate partners Special invitations to TYWLS Commencement Ceremonies Company representation on YWLN’s Leadership Council Exposure to YWLN supporters and friends through networking events and via multiple media channels
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$50,000 INNOVATOR Can help fund one of our four core enrichment areas for TYWLS including Early College and Career Awareness, Health and Wellness, STEM, and Leadership Development. Benefits of Support: � Invitations to participate in YWLN volunteer programs � Special participation in YWLN’s (Em)Power Breakfast
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Celebration or CollegeBound Initiative Celebration including: tickets, a half page ad and listing in event journal, special recognition from the stage Logo recognition on ywln.org and all materials that recognize corporate partners Spotlight in Progress Report, the quarterly e-newsletter for corporate partners Company representation on YWLN’s Leadership Council Exposure to YWLN supporters and friends through networking events and via multiple media channels
$25,000 VISIONARY Can help fund the array of TYWLS volunteer programs, which inspire and empower students to develop their learning and leadership potential. Benefits of Support: � Invitations to participate in YWLN volunteer programs � Special participation in YWLN’s (Em)Power Breakfast or � � � �
CollegeBound Initiative Celebration including tickets, quarter page ad and listing in event journal Recognition on all materials that recognize corporate partners Company representation on YWLN’s Leadership Council Exposure to YWLN supporters and friends via multiple media channels Receipt of Progress Report, the quarterly e-newsletter for corporate partners
$10,000 TRAILBLAZER Can help fund the CollegeBound Summer Institute (CBSI), a three-day college application “boot camp” for rising CBI seniors. At CBSI, attendees choose prospective colleges, master the common application and write a personal statement. Benefits of Support: � Recognition on all materials pertaining to CBSI � Recognition on all materials that recognize corporate partners
� Exposure to YWLN supporters and friends via multiple media channels
� Receipt of Progress Report, the quarterly e-newsletter for corporate partners
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EVENT SPONSOR (EM)POWER BREAKFAST Over 700 friends, supporters, and advocates of girls education join YWLN to celebrate the success of our all-girls’ schools at the annual (Em)Power Breakfast in the fall at Cipriani 42nd Street. Support of this event helps students to receive a college-preparatory, whole-girl education, which gives them a voice and prepares them for success in college and in life. Host a table for 10 clients, executives and colleagues. Tables range from $6,000 - $100,000.
VOLUNTEER PROGRAMS YWLN volunteer programs offer a variety of diverse and meaningful opportunities for your company and employees to engage with our TYWLS students and contribute to their success. Programs include: < TYWLS WORKS
Your company can host TYWLS high school students at your office for a half-day program that opens our students’ eyes to the world of work.
< JUMPSTART TO COLLEGE
This is a series of workshops for TYWLS seniors and volunteers. Students receive valuable advice that prepares them for college.
CBI CELEBRATION < COOL WOMEN, HOT JOBS CAREER DAY SERIES Women from diverse personal and professional Now in its 6th year, the CBI Celebration in the spring backgrounds educate and inspire girls about the many offers an opportunity for over 400 YWLN friends, career opportunities and possibilities ahead of them. supporters and college partners to celebrate the achievements of our students at this festive < BRAG PARTY WITH PEGGY KLAUS Volunteers help TYWLS students learn the art of cocktail reception at Jazz at Lincoln Center. Since bragging and building self-confidence. Peggy Klaus, 2001, CBI has helped more than 7,000 low-income communication guru and author, runs this high-energy, experiential workshop. students enroll in college and has generated more than $200 million in scholarships and financial aid. < TYWLS INTERNSHIPS Host a group of clients, executives and colleagues. Sponsorship packages range from $5,000 - $100,000
Your company can prepare students for success in college and beyond by hosting a TYWLS senior for three weeks in a full-time internship.
< TYWLS SUMMER EXPLORERS LEADERSHIP COUNCIL The Leadership Council is a dedicated and committed group of professionals who support YWLN’s programs and students through volunteer and fundraising efforts, advocacy, and annual donations.
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Your company can host a group of TYWLS middle school students over the summer in your office or workplace for a day of job shadowing, special activities, and hands-on projects.
To learn more about how your company can partner with YWLN, please contact Polly Lagana, Director of Corporate Giving, at
[email protected] or 212-207-3221 ex. 212.
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“News Corp is proud to have Young Women’s Leadership Network as a Philanthropy Partner. YWLN has a superb record of helping students achieve four-year college degrees at triple the rate of their peers. Through our partnership, the CollegeBound Initiative has been able to provide young women with exposure to careers in media and technology. We are profoundly moved by the hard work and ability of the girls and young women we’ve encountered, and grateful to YWLN for making such a big difference in our community.” —Keisha Smith-Jeremie, Chief Human Resources Officer, News Corp
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CORPORATE PARTNERS
YWLN is deeply grateful to the many corporate partners that make our programs possible. Through their committed investment, YWLN has been growing and serving more students every year. We are proud to acknowledge the support of our corporate partners.
CHAMPION $100,000 AND ABOVE The Blanchard Foundation Coach Foundation The Estée Lauder Companies JPMorgan Chase Foundation News Corp
INNOVATOR $50,000 - $99,999
Barclays Bloomberg Philanthropies CBRE Citi Foundation Credit Suisse Americas Foundation Goldman Sachs & Co. Island Capital Group and C-III Capital Partners
VISIONARY $25,000 - $49,999
Apollo Management Belk & Co. BlackRock The Blackstone Charitable Foundation Condé Nast Hudson’s Bay Company Jujamcyn Theaters Novartis Pharmaceuticals Proskauer The Prudential Foundation Royal Bank of Canada Tory Burch Foundation York Capital Management
TRAILBLAZER $10,000 - $24,999 BTIG, LLC Brooks Brothers Cantor Fitzgerald Relief Fund Colliers International ConEdison Continental Grain Company Cushman & Wakefield, Inc. Deutsche Bank DST Systems Duty Free Shopping
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Finn Wentworth Fisher Brothers Foundation Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson LLP Google Community Grants Fund of Tides Foundation Guggenheim Partners ICM Partners Intercos Americas International Flavors and Fragrances Inc. J. Walter Thompson Kenneth Cole Foundation Korn Ferry Macy’s and Bloomingdale’s Michael Kors Neuberger Berman Foundation Nordstrom PepsiCo Pershing Square Foundation PwC Royal Bank of Scotland Saatchi & Saatchi SJP Properties Vhernier USA Women in Real Estate (WX)
SUPPORTERS $5,000 - $9,999
Atlas Capital Group Brookfield Ermenegildo Zegna KPMG LexisNexis MSL Group NBA/WNBA New York Yankees Quality Building Services Corp Reidy Contracting Group LLC RFR Realty Silverstein Properties Strook & Strook & Lavan LLP Tamara Jacobs Communications Vornado Realty Trust Wells Fargo Bank Wolfson Group Women in Cable and Telecommunications (List as of September 30, 2015)
“ICM Community Partners Foundation strives to make an impact in the lives of young people. We are proud to be in partnership with Young Women’s Leadership Network to help young women identify their goals and empower them to reach their fullest potential. The time we have spent with these extraordinary young women has enriched our own lives.” —Esther Newberg, ICM Community Partners
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Changing public education. Changing lives. Young Women’s Leadership Network (YWLN) supports two life-changing programs that empower students to break the cycle of poverty through education: • The Young Women’s Leadership Schools (TYWLS), a network of high-performing allgirls public secondary schools. • CollegeBound Initiative (CBI), a school-based college access program for young women and men.
YWLN BOARD OF DIRECTORS Caryn Seidman Becker Jonathan Capehart Lindsay Gruber Dunham Gertrude Erwin Seymour Fliegel Stephanie Drescher Gorman Joan Hall Marjorie Kaufman
Peggy Klaus Lawrence N. Lavine David Levin Debra A. Lewin Terri McCullough James Montoya Dr. Pedro Noguera Jeanne Nowaczewski
Phebe Farrow Port Brad Ruskin Christi Shaw Romita Shetty Jennifer Powers, Board Chair Andrew H. Tisch Ann Rubenstein Tisch, Founder and President
