Information for Meetings & Supporters
There are many ways for Monthly Meetings, Quarterly Meetings, and YOU to support young adults in NYYM and beyond. We encourage you to read the report and testimony from the 2018-2019 year here: bit.ly/YAFreport. Please also consider participating in the following ways:
- Sponsor one or more young adult's participation in a workshop or the full year of workshops
- Host a workshop or retreat for young adults at your Meeting or in your region
- Nominate a mentor or elder to support young adults during and between workshops
- Request a workshop for your Meeting or region on engaging and supporting young adults
- Increase your donation to NYYM (or donate for the first time!)
Sponsor Young Adults
The full cost for a young adult to participate in all workshops and retreats throughout the year is $590, with events ranging from $15-$150. Show your support for the young adults in your Meeting or region by sponsoring their participation in one or more workshops throughout the year! Meetings are encouraged to think creatively and whole-heartedly when considering sponsorship. A short-term investment in a young adult's growth can go far in building community and ongoing support/participation. In 2018-2019, approximately 20% of our participants were in some way supported by their Meetings and this made them feel more committed and supported!
To sponsor a Young Adult participant (or more than one), please send a check made payable to New York Yearly Meeting to the NYYM Office. Include a note or short letter directing your donation to the young adult(s) you are sponsoring.
Host a Workshop or Retreat for Young Adults
We are always looking for locations for our one-day workshops and retreats. Generally, host Meetings provide space, coordinate hospitality (in homes or in Meetinghouse), and designate a volunteer for childcare. Some hosts also coordinate meals through potlucks or catering. We will work with you to determine what you are best able to take on. If you or your Meeting are interested in hosting, please reach out to the Young Adult Director (below)
Nominate a Mentor or Elder to Support Young Adults
If you have gifts of eldering and are interested in serving as an elder at any of the scheduled workshops or retreats, please reach out to the Young Adult Director (below) to express your interest. In January 2020, NYYM will be launching a mentoring program for Young Adult Friends. Look out for more information from your Meeting and on social media!
Request a Workshop for Your Meeting or Quarter
We know that supporting, engaging, and even sometimes finding young adults can be challenging. The Young Adult Director is pleased to be able to offer workshops to NYYM Meetings or Quarters between October 2019 and July 2020. Each workshop will be designed with the specific Meeting or Quarter in mind and will offer opportunities for participants to build skills related to supporting, engaging, and meeting the needs of young adults. These workshops are pay-as-led for Meetings but there is a suggested donation of $200. At minimum, facilitator travel expenses should be budgeted for and paid directly to the Yearly Meeting. Please note that all donations will go directly towards the running of Young Adult events and activities.
If you are interested in bringing a retreat to your Meeting or Quarter, please contact the Young Adult Director below
Increase Your Donation to NYYM (or donate for the first time)
For many years, New York Yearly Meeting has struggled to find the resources to fund a full-time Young Adult Director. Your or your Meeting's increased donation to the Yearly Meeting could help fund this important role and work. Consider increasing your donation as an investment in the long-term sustainability and viability of NYYM. DONATE TODAY HERE: https://secure.acceptiva.com/?cst=bab75c
The full cost for a young adult to participate in all workshops and retreats throughout the year is $590, with events ranging from $15-$150. Show your support for the young adults in your Meeting or region by sponsoring their participation in one or more workshops throughout the year! Meetings are encouraged to think creatively and whole-heartedly when considering sponsorship. A short-term investment in a young adult's growth can go far in building community and ongoing support/participation. In 2018-2019, approximately 20% of our participants were in some way supported by their Meetings and this made them feel more committed and supported!
To sponsor a Young Adult participant (or more than one), please send a check made payable to New York Yearly Meeting to the NYYM Office. Include a note or short letter directing your donation to the young adult(s) you are sponsoring.
Host a Workshop or Retreat for Young Adults
We are always looking for locations for our one-day workshops and retreats. Generally, host Meetings provide space, coordinate hospitality (in homes or in Meetinghouse), and designate a volunteer for childcare. Some hosts also coordinate meals through potlucks or catering. We will work with you to determine what you are best able to take on. If you or your Meeting are interested in hosting, please reach out to the Young Adult Director (below)
Nominate a Mentor or Elder to Support Young Adults
If you have gifts of eldering and are interested in serving as an elder at any of the scheduled workshops or retreats, please reach out to the Young Adult Director (below) to express your interest. In January 2020, NYYM will be launching a mentoring program for Young Adult Friends. Look out for more information from your Meeting and on social media!
Request a Workshop for Your Meeting or Quarter
We know that supporting, engaging, and even sometimes finding young adults can be challenging. The Young Adult Director is pleased to be able to offer workshops to NYYM Meetings or Quarters between October 2019 and July 2020. Each workshop will be designed with the specific Meeting or Quarter in mind and will offer opportunities for participants to build skills related to supporting, engaging, and meeting the needs of young adults. These workshops are pay-as-led for Meetings but there is a suggested donation of $200. At minimum, facilitator travel expenses should be budgeted for and paid directly to the Yearly Meeting. Please note that all donations will go directly towards the running of Young Adult events and activities.
If you are interested in bringing a retreat to your Meeting or Quarter, please contact the Young Adult Director below
Increase Your Donation to NYYM (or donate for the first time)
For many years, New York Yearly Meeting has struggled to find the resources to fund a full-time Young Adult Director. Your or your Meeting's increased donation to the Yearly Meeting could help fund this important role and work. Consider increasing your donation as an investment in the long-term sustainability and viability of NYYM. DONATE TODAY HERE: https://secure.acceptiva.com/?cst=bab75c