Welcome to YANA
Welcome to the YANA Campus Chapter! As a member, you’ll gain access to a variety of enriching programs, including our mentorship initiatives, speaker series, and internship matching – all designed to support your journey in the social impact sector. Our community is dedicated to fostering connections among Yale alumni, nonprofit leaders, and students committed to generating positive social impact. Beyond professional development, we actively engage in volunteer activities and host social events, creating a vibrant community of collaboration and camaraderie. Membership is open to all students. We encourage you to join us and become part of a community striving to make a difference together.
Leadership applications are rolling admission and close Friday September 19th, 2025 at 11:59pm
About Us
At YANA at Yale, we are more than just a club—we are a community of friends brought together by a shared passion for making a difference. Here, you’ll find a welcoming and supportive space where students connect over a commitment to social impact while forming friendships that extend beyond campus events. Whether it’s through late-night conversations after a speaker session, volunteering side by side, or just hanging out at our socials, YANA at Yale is a place where you can find like-minded people who inspire, support, and grow together.
YANA empowers a global community of Yale alumni, students, and friends who are committed to generating positive social impact.
Programs
1:1 Mentorship Program
We connect students with experienced alumni in the nonprofit and social impact sectors, providing personalized guidance, career insights, and networking opportunities.
Speaker Series
We host inspiring leaders in the social impact space who offer students valuable insights, career advice, and meaningful discussions on pressing global challenges.
Internship Matching
We match students with high-impact internship opportunities in the nonprofit sector, providing hands-on experience, mentorship, and professional growth.
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Member Community Building Events
YANA CC is more than a club its a community. We organize bonding dinners, group volunteer days, and trips to events like the YANA Social Impact Conference in NYC for our members so members remain excited and stay engaged. We work hard to make members feel connected not only to other students but also to the larger YANA network of alumni and nonprofit leaders. Below are just a few member events beyond our programming.
Event Spotlight:
YANA Social Impact Conference
The Yale Alumni Nonprofit Alliance (YANA) hosts an annual Social Impact Conference, uniting Yale alumni, students, and professionals committed to social change. This ongoing event has featured distinguished speakers such as Tom Steyer ’79, co-executive chair of Galvanize Climate Solutions, and Marta Tellado ’02 Ph.D., president and CEO of Consumer Reports. Each year, the YANA CC E-Board and a select group of YANA CC members are invited to attend the Social Impact Conference and other YANA national events free of charge, fostering intergenerational collaboration and learning.
Event Spotlight:
Member Dinners
Our Member Dinners bring together YANA students for good food, great conversation, and meaningful connections. These gatherings create a relaxed space to bond, share ideas, and strengthen our community around a shared passion for social impact.
Event Spotlight:
Group Volunteering
YANA at Yale organizes group volunteer days each semester for members to come together, give back, and build community. These events are designed to be fun, social, and impactful. Volunteering alongside fellow members is a great way to make new friends, strengthen bonds within the club, and make a tangible difference in the community.
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