Posted on Apr 24, 2024 1:24:04 PM by Greater Green Bay Chamber
Happy National Volunteer Week! Established in 1974, this week recognizes the impact of volunteer service and the power of volunteers. The Greater Green Bay Chamber is fortunate to have many groups of volunteers that dedicate their time and talents to making our programs great. We are excited to feature these individuals in a special blog miniseries published this week. Today, learn more about the volunteer program through Current Young Professionals (CYP) known as CYP Serves.
What is CYP Serves?
CYP Serves is the initiative led by the Community Partnerships Committee, to get Young Professionals out in the Greater Green Bay community in a service-oriented capacity.
Who can participate?
Anyone who is part of CYP can participate in a CYP serves event. Non members are also invited for an additional fee to many CYP events.
How does the initiative work?
The Community Partnerships Committee seeks out local service projects in the community that align well with the Current Young Professional’s goals and values and creates an easy access point to get young professionals connected through structured events.
What can participants earn for their service?
Young professionals who log their hours on the “Get Connected” platform can earn incentives for reaching 25, 50, 75, and 100 service hour milestones within the CYP fiscal year.
Which businesses offer discounts for CYP Serves?
Generous participating business reward our Young Professionals for their commitment to service in various ways including gift cards, and discounts to their establishments. Current participating businesses include Copper State Brewing, Badger State Brewing, Cupcake Couture, Dunkin' Donuts, Graystone Alehouse, Hagemeister Park, The Bar, Pizza Ranch, Scooters Coffee and Zambaldi Beer. 
What is the impact of CYP Serves? How does the initiative tie into the overall mission of CYP?
CYP Serves fosters a culture of volunteerism and service among young professionals, empowering young professionals to engage with and invest in the wellbeing of their community. Service and volunteerism are at the core of strong communities. By actively engaging in service and work, participants develop a deeper understanding of local issues and challenges, while taking an active role to help shape the future of their community.
Learn more about the CYP Serves program and how to get involved here.