News & Updates
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Photos from Diane Hayes’ Farewell Reception Published in 8-22-19 Issue of Green Hills News/Nashville Today
GCA Publishing (aka Green Hills News, Nashville Today, et al.) published photos from Diane L Hayes' farewell reception in the August 22 issue, now on newsstands at area libraries and retailers or online on page 16.
Youth Encouragement Services Looking for After-School Mentors
Youth Encouragement Services (Y.E.S.) enriches the lives of Nashville’s inner-city youth by providing them with a safe place to go where they can engage in social, educational, recreational and spiritual development. Each day, nearly 150 youth (Grades K-12) attend the...
Nashville Peacemakers Looking for Volunteer Committee Members for Fundraiser
In Nashville's low-income neighborhoods, violence is an everyday fact of life. Gangs recruit the young, stealing their childhood and, often, their life—creating a public health issue for all Nashvillians. Homicide is today the No. 1 cause of death among...
Charlane Oliver of Class 59 Quoted in Tennessean Article on Low Voter Turnout of Millennials in Mayoral Election
Today's issue of The Tennessean featured an article by opinion columnist LeBron Hill noting that voters under 35 made up only 9% of early voting for the most recent Nashville mayoral election. To find out what may be keeping more millennials ages 23-38 from voting...
Harry Allen of Class 62 Is This Week’s Featured “Boss” in NBJ
Harry Allen (Class 62) is the featured "Boss" in this week's Nashville Business Journal. Harry, co-founder and chief relationship manager at Studio Bank, is a Nashville native and one of the business community's most recognizable young leaders, especially for his...
“Outside the Corner Office” Panel Discussion Hosted by Massey College of Business Alumni Board on 8/28/19
The Alumni Board of the Jack C. Massey College of Business is hosting a Panelist Q&A Discussion with some of Nashville's top business leaders to learn how to leverage your professional skills and make a difference in our community. Panelists include Angie Adams,...
Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Looking for Development Director for Nashville Office
The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, the world’s leader in the search for a cure for cystic fibrosis, and one of the most innovative and successful organizations of its kind, is seeking a Development Director for the Nashville chapter office. In this position, you'll...
How Is Collective Impact A Collaborative Approach to Creating Change? Find Out on 8/28 at YLC Impact Lunch
Come hear why "collective impact" has become such an important strategy for any organization trying to solve complex problems in our community, including nonprofits, businesses, government, and philanthropy at the 2019 YLC Impact Luncheon presented by PNC Bank....
YLC Shows Its Appreciation For 32 Local Nonprofits and 7 Corporate Sponsors on 8/1/19
YLC hosted its annual appreciation luncheon on 8/1/19 for close to 70 nonprofit leaders and corporate sponsors at Belmont University’s Frist Lecture Hall. Sponsored by long-time supporter Bank of America, the luncheon served as an opportunity to thank those...
YLC/Williamson Chamber Class 2019 Participant, Angela Courtney, Featured in NBJ’s 40 Under 40
Angela Courtney will be starting her nonprofit board leadership training in the YLC/Williamson Chamber Class 2019 this September so we were excited to see her being featured in this week's "40 Under 40" in the Nashville Business Journal. She is senior director of...
Humanities Tennessee Looking for Board Members, Including CPA
Incorporated in 1973, Humanities Tennessee’s programs and grants respond to a need for dialogue, civility, an understanding of history, and a love of lifelong learning among Tennesseans. It reaches an estimated 500,000 Tennesseans per year through its annual Southern...
2019 YLC Impact Luncheon Presented by PNC Bank on August 28
Learn all about "Collective Impact: A Collaborative Approach to Creating Change" at the 2019 Young Leaders Council Impact Luncheon presented by PNC Bank on Wednesday, August 28 from 11:30am – 1:00pm at United Way of Metropolitan Nashville, 250 Venture Circle....
Alumni News
Below are approved posts submitted by alumni within the last 90 days.
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Dr. Allison Quintanilla Plattsmier,
ENP & AQP Consulting
Williamson County 2018
Hands on Nashville/United Way of Greater Nashville | Dr. Allison Quintanilla Plattsmier, a 2018 Williamson County Young Leaders Council graduate and former YLC Ambassador, was named the recipient of the 2026 Social Justice Impact Award at the 40th Annual Mary Catherine Strobel Volunteer Awards, presented by Hands On Nashville and United Way of Greater Nashville. The award recognizes individuals whose volunteer leadership advances equity, dignity, and access for underserved communities. Dr. Allison Quintanilla Plattsmier was honored for her work in immigrant justice, youth empowerment, economic mobility, mentorship, and community-based service initiatives across Middle Tennessee. Fellow YLC alum Christina Griffin was also nominated for a Strobel Award this year, highlighting the continued impact of YLC alumni across the region. As part of the award, Dr. Allison Quintanilla Plattsmier directed the accompanying community grant to the ENP FreeStore, supporting continued access to groceries, household essentials, and critical resources for local families.