I got an email from Jonah Wittkamper, one of those people who just goes out and does it. He’s passionate about getting young people involved in philanthropy and has served as a philanthropic advisor to the next generation of some extremely wealthy families, helping them find a calling and a commitment they are passionate about. And he’s hosting an inauguration event. If you live in D.C., or if you’re lucky enough to be headed there for the inauguration, check out his event, which is far more affordable for young people than many others in D.C. next weekend. Jonah’s a “good egg,” as they say, and definitely someone you’ll enjoy knowing.
Are you, or friends, coming to inauguration?
I am hosting an inauguration party to promote the proposal for a Presidential Commission on Youth and Intergenerational Partnerships.
Kennedy created a commission for women, with good results. It seems historically appropriate for Obama to host one for youth. The event will benefit the Global Youth Action Network, the organization behind the idea. They need all the support they can get.
The party goes from 5 to 9pm on Mon, Jan 19. Please help spread the word.
Tickets are $40, which includes free food, drinks and a silent auction. Anyone interested should register early because it is one of the most affordable events in town. Here are links:
The event: http://www.youthlink.org/inauguration/
The idea: http://www.pcoy.org
The Global Youth Action Network: http://www.youthlink.org
To share on facebook: http://www.youthlink.org/pcoy/fb/I spent 2008 as part of the technology team behind the Obama mobile phone text messaging campaign. It was fun, but I am now returning to issues of youth and philanthropy.
Best wishes,
Jonah
Co-Founder
Campaign for a Presidential Commission on Youth and Intergenerational Partnerships
Tags: charity, DC, event, Global Youth Action Network, inauguration, philanthropy
