Impact
The Pensacola Young Professionals is dedicated to highlighting our communities areas of need as well as promoting the positive work our area nonprofits are already doing.
Details
We host regular community service opportunities, community roundtables, and special events to provide our members with opportunities to make a positive change in our community.
Goals
- Build leadership with service projects in the Pensacola community
- Support our nonprofit partners in providing an excellent quality of life for all
- Educate our members on local programs, community initatives, and local public affairs issues and activities
- Engage with public officials and community leaders to develop the next generation of leaders
- Educate our membership on local economic developments and community building efforts
- Provide a standardized tool for the Pensacola community to assess community concerns of quality of life year after year
- Provide information community stakeholders need to instigate change for the better
Impact Programs
Community Service
We offer regular volunteer opportunities throughout the year to give our members meaningful ways to serve our community. From beach cleanups and meal preparation to sorting donations and supporting nonprofit initiatives, our service events—often known as Service Saturdays—help our members actively give back while connecting with local causes and organizations.
Community Development
Our Community Roundtables spotlight the people, programs, and projects making a difference in the Pensacola area. These events connect our members with community leaders, nonprofit partners, and small business owners while fostering conversation around local impact, innovation, and collaboration.
Public Affairs
Through our Public Affairs programming, we keep members informed about key local, state, and federal policy issues. We host forums, civic engagement events, and discussions with elected officials and government leaders to empower young professionals to stay involved, make informed decisions, and be a voice for progress in our region.
Quality of Life
The Quality of Life Survey is an independent, data-driven tool that gauges perceptions of life in our community—from safety and education to transportation and economic opportunity. Managed locally by PYP and developed by Mason-Dixon, the results help inform civic leaders, business stakeholders, and residents about community strengths and opportunities for improvement.
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What to Expect
Come with an open mind and positive attitude. You’ll get what you put in and you’ll get more as an active participant.
Service
We work to make a positive impact on our community through community service projects with a variety of community partners.
Say Hi!
Everyone is here to meet people and exchange ideas. Move around the room and join a conversation!
Solicit-Free
We encourage a solicit-free environment at all of our events to help you build relationships first. Leave the heavy sales pitch at home.
Cause Support
We regularly poll our members on the latest issues that effect the quality of life of our community and make a public stance in support or against.
Candidate Support
While we’ll support causes, we have a strict political policy ensuring that the organization does not endorse any specific candidate or political party.
Resources
More resources coming soon!