GenNext

We are the next generation of leaders, volunteers, and donors and it is up to us to help support, shape and build our community!

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What is GenNext?

GenNext is a group of dynamic, passionate young professionals between the ages of 23 and 35 who want to create social change in Hamilton and Burlington. We support the United Way with a mandate to encourage our age group to become more involved in charitable activities and supporting our community. Led by a group of peers from the area we offer a new and diverse way to give back to your community.

Our initiatives and fundraising efforts align with our active lifestyles and provide a forum for individuals to connect and get involved.

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Thank You

On behalf of the employees of OLG Slots at Flamboro Downs, Shauna MacKinnon, Greg Tremble, Dave DaSilva and Nancy Iliou, presented a cheque for $11,473 to Miriam Gracey, Campaign Manager on January 5, 2012. The funds were raised through employee donations and through special event activities that the employees participated in. A special thank you to Dave DaSilva, the Employee Campaign Chair!  

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What is GenNext?

  • GenNext is a group of dynamic, passionate young professionals between the ages of 23 and 35 who want to create social change in Hamilton and Burlington.
  • We support the United Way with a mandate to encourage our age group to become more involved in charitable activities and supporting our community.
  • Led by a group of peers from the area we offer a new and diverse way to give back to your community.
  • Our initiatives and fundraising efforts align with our active lifestyles and provide a forum for individuals to connect and get involved.
  • We are the next generation of leaders, volunteers, and donors and it is up to us to help support, shape and build our community!

Our Goals

GenNext is designed to achieve the following key objectives. Every year quantitative targets are set to be reached:

  • Goal 1:To increase the active membership of the 23-35 year old age demographic in Hamilton and Burlington through participation in GenNext events and initiatives.

  • Goal 2:To increase the participation of GenNext members in various United Way led initiatives.

  • Goal 3:To encourage financial support of the United Way.

  • Goal 4:To create a forum for professional networking and casual socializing.

  • Goal 5:To develop future community leaders that have an understanding of governance practices and accountability.

Cabinet Members

  • Jennifer Geekie

    Cabinet Co-Chair

  • Justin Joseph

    Cabinet Co-Chair

  • Tim Miron

    Treasurer

  • Joe Popkey

    Recruitment

  • Jeff Cabral

    Member Engagement

Get Involved

There are many ways to get involved with GenNext, each with a varying degree of involvement and time commitment. View the list below and see how you can become a part of the GenNext mission:

  • Make a personal donation to the United Way.
  • Attend or volunteer at a GenNext event.
  • Sit on one of our event sub-committees or Campaign Cabinet.
  • Create and participate in an employee payroll campaign at your place of work.

Connect with us:

@GenNextHamilton

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