Chapter FAQs

(1) Can we only accept federal employees as members or are contractors also allowed to join?

YGL is open to both federal, state, and local employees along with contractors working for the government.

(2) What are the requirements for starting a YGL chapter?

Inform YGL Chapter Liaison of intent to start a YGL Chapter by sending an e-mail to admin@younggovernmentleaders.org and include Chapter location and contact information for Chapter Lead. Upon YGL Co-Chair approval, Chapter Liaison will send YGL Chapter Guidelines start-up kit with further instructions.

(3) How do I post our Chapter events on the National YGL website?

We welcome all Local Chapters and Organizers to take advantage of our Bulletin and post information on your chapter and upcoming events on the YGL website. E-mail your Chapter and Event information: events@younggovernmentleaders.org.

(4) Are there YGL promotional materials available for our chapter to use?

Yes, YGL has a logo and other documents available. Please contact our Chapter Development Liaison at admin@younggovernmentleaders.org for further information.

(5) Do you have any information on best practices, event/fundraising ideas for our new chapter?

The Executive Committee is currently developing a Best Practices Manual. The different Executive Board Committee Chairs are a great resource for suggestions on how to plan social and professional development events. Contact Chairs through the YGL website.

(6) Is YGL incorporated?

At this time, YGL is strictly a voluntary organization and is not incorporated.  YGL recently gained Non-Profit 501(c)(3). 

(7) Can we charge annual dues?

There are no annual chapter dues. The YGL Executive Board is currently reviewing fundraising options. Any decision by a Local Chapter to charge members for any activity requires YGL Executive Board approval.

(8) Who determines the policies and events of YGL?

As the Chapter Lead, you along with the other Chapter Leads and membership will be responsible for determining the policies and events of your Local Chapter. These must adhere to the YGL By-laws and promote the YGL Mission and Purpose.

(9) Can Local Chapters have sponsors?

All sponsor requests greater than $1,000 must be forwarded to YGL National. Please contact the Chapter Liaison at admin@younggovernmentleaders.org for specific questions regarding affiliations or sponsorships.

(7) My federal agency already has a Young Professionals group. Can we affiliate with YGL?

YGL does not have any formal affiliations with Agency groups, but has coordinated with various Agency specific groups such as YPro (U.S. Department of State), LEAD (U.S. Department of Labor), and DEVELOP/HYP (U.S. Department of Homeland Security) in teaming up on networking and professional development events.

(8) Can a chapter develop its own webpage?

Yes, but it will be the responsibility of the Local Chapter to maintain. YGL has the resources to host Local Chapter websites.

(9) What on-line resources are available to help us in establishing our Local Chapter?

Visit these helpful on-line resources:

All Hands on Board: The Board of Directors in an All Volunteer Organization

http://www4.compasspoint.org/cpDir/files/
documents/publication_files/AHB_ebook.pdf

Starting a Non-Profit Organization

http://www.managementhelp.org/strt_org/
strt_np/strt_np.htm#anchor91216

The Points of Light Foundation: How to Start a Volunteer Program in an Organization

http://www.pointsoflight.org/downloads/pdf/resources/
starting_a_volunteer_program.pdf