What is PPYL? PPYL is a group of 40-ish and younger local professionals committed to the mission and activities of UHPP, who have expressed interest in meeting and networking with like-minded individuals in an informal atmosphere. If you are interested in attending future events or becoming involved with PPYL, please e-mail ppyl@uhpp.org for more information!
PPYL (pronounced "people")
Since 2003, PPYL has enabled like-minded people to socialize and learn more about Planned Parenthood. Throughout the year we will host several events, ranging from social gatherings at a neighborhood bar to larger events such as an art auction or concert. The goal is to build the new generation of supporters and advocates. Together we will guide the future of Upper Hudson Planned Parenthood (UHPP) as advocates, board members, donors, and volunteers.
You Choose Your Level of Involvement At each event, PPYL has information about UHPP volunteer opportunities, the e-action alerts, and other ways you can support the work done by Planned Parenthood locally and nationally. You can also sign up to receive PPYL event e-updates and hear about informal get-togethers with other UHPP supporters. Sign up at these events or email us at ppyl@uhpp.org.
Mission Statement
Our mission is to build a new generation of supporters for Upper Hudson Planned Parenthood and to raise awareness for the agency and its critical community services. We create opportunities for young professionals to come together, socialize, learn more about and support UHPP's mission.
To accomplish this mission, we will:
- Educate PPYL supporters about UHPP's services and political activities in the local community
- Provide opportunities to get involved in volunteer programs and/or fundraising activities
- Engage supporters politically by informing them of Action Alerts on local and national sexual and reproductive health issues
- Enable participants to share their knowledge and support of UHPP with others through the activities, events, and programs that we sponsor and support
- Host events to raise funds or awareness for UHPP's clinic services and its education and public affairs programs
- Ask volunteers to help us increase the number of people who share our vision and seek fulfillment of our mission
Past Events
2010
- 'Cocktails for a Cause' event at the Midtown Tea & Tap Room
On the evening of Thursday March 25th, UHPP’s Planned Parenthood Young Leaders (PPYL) group held a “Cocktails for a Cause” event at the Midtown Tea & Tap Room on New Scotland Avenue. Thirty-five people came out to enjoy great drinks, exciting appetizers, and fabulous conversation—and heard some very inspirational words from UHPP President/CEO Patricia McGeown. The event was a great success!
- Networking Event at the Albany Pump Station
UHPP's Planned Parenthood Young Leaders held a Cocktails for a Cause event at the Albany Pump Station on the evening of Wednesday, June 9, 2010. Another great group—another great night! - Night out in Troy at Daisy Baker's
On Thursday, October 14th, Planned Parenthood Young Leaders met at Daisy Baker's for our next networking event. Thanks to everyone who came out with us!
2006
- 'Cocktails for a Cause' Benefit Concert with Wreckloose at Tess' Lark Tavern
- 'Rock for Choice' Concert at Red Square
2005
- 'Coffee for a Cause' Book Signing with Mary Kahl, author of Controversy and Courage; Upper Hudson Planned Parenthood from 1934 to 2004 at A Perfect Blend in Delmar
- (Safe) Sex in the City Annual Event at Café Hollywood
2004
- Film Screening of Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness at DeJohn's to support The March for Women's Lives
- Art Show with GALS by local female artists at Little Moon Tibetan Gift Shop
- 'Cocktails for a Cause' at Brown's Brewing in Troy
- Film Screening of Vera Drake at the Spectrum with Dessert and Discussion at Quintessence
2003
- 'Cocktails for a Cause' at Quintessence
- 'Cocktails for a Cause' at Justins
