Networking
Happy Hour & Hellos: Network at Nordstrom
Nordstrom Bellevue Square (3rd Floor) 100 Bellevue Way Southeast, Bellevue, WAJoin United Way of King County for a Happy Hour & Hellos networking event, hosted by Nordstrom! Guests will have […]
Unheard Stories from Young Change Makers
Gates Foundation Discovery Center 440 5th Avenue North, Seattle, WAGet inspired by the personal narratives of young change makers who are making a difference in Seattle! You’ll have the […]
Emerging Leaders 365 Launch Celebration
Peddler Brewing Company 1514 Northwest Leary Way, Seattle, WADon't miss our biggest Emerging Leaders event of the summer, in collaboration with Peddler Brewing! Come raise a pint to […]
Party with a purpose at Safeco field
Safeco Field 1250 1st Avenue South, Seattle, WA, United StatesJoin us at Night Out for Caring to party with a purpose where we’ll have a great time while helping make sure all kids in King County start kindergarten ready to learn.
Happy Hour & Hellos: Network at The NINETY
The NINETY 406 Occidental Ave S, Seattle, WAWe're teaming up with Microsoft and Seattle Sounders FC for this Emerging Leaders Happy Hour & Hellos! Join us for […]
Seattle Chef’s Table: Bramling Cross
You're invited to our Emerging Leaders Chef's Table with Ethan Stowell Restaurants! We're closing down Bramling Cross for a fun, fancy, and philanthropic dinner. Put […]
Seattle Startups Panel at PicMonkey
Have you ever wondered what it takes to build a successful startup? Are you curious about career advice from Seattle’s […]
Unjust Housing: Racism in Homelessness
In Seattle, it’s clear homelessness is an injustice. A history of discriminatory housing practices means a disproportionate number of people […]
#BalanceForBetter: Women’s Day Panel
The Riveter 1517 12th Ave Suite 101, Seattle, WACelebrate International Women's Day with United Way and The Riveter! Save the date for our third-annual Emerging Leaders’ Women’s Day Panel, […]
#GeeksUnited: Represent Emerging Leaders at the Geekwire Bash
CenturyLink Field Events Center 800 Occidental Ave S, Seattle, WA, United States#GeeksUnited: One epic night to kick off 12 months of impact. Join the Emerging Leaders 365 team at the Geekwire Bash for an exciting night of dodgeball, ping-pong and Settlers of Catan, while giving back to your community.
Signature Events
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Annual Community BBQ
This family-friendly celebration in partnership with Doug Baldwin Jr. features local fare and a chance to foster meaningful relationships that serve to strengthen our community.
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Eat, Drink & Be Generous
Experience food and drinks from Seattle’s sought-after chefs while raising critical dollars for our neighbors in need.
More Events
Advancing Racial Equity | This popular United Way series creates an opportunity for the community to listen to and learn from leaders from communities of color and experts across the nation.
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Celebrating Dr. King’s Legacy | Get involved with the community to learn, engage and take action in celebrating Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy on MLK Jr. Day and beyond.
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Conversations for Change | Get inspired at exclusive, quarterly discussions from United Way experts on community issues and how you can help make a difference.
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Happy Hours & Hellos Series | Network with fellow professionals over brews and bites as you learn about the work United is doing and how you can get involved.
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Speaker Series | Designed for young professionals, this series facilitates intimate, face-to-face conversations about careers, passions, and more with community leaders.
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