Young Professionals Group

Our Young Professionals Group (YPG) is a member-based organization comprised of more than 125 community-minded individuals who are committed to Read. Lead. Serve. the next generation. Through service and social events and signature literacy initiatives, such as Barbara’s Book Boxes, they are building a cross-sector volunteer network to bridge the gap in access to resources in high-need schools and neighborhoods.

Recap:

Storybook Gala 2023

Our Young Professionals Group gathered at Minute Maid Park’s Union Station for their signature “party with a purpose,” the Storybook Gala!

Story of Impact

Students at San Francisco Nativity Academy Houston experience a new library financed and built by our Young Professionals Group.

Join the Young Professionals Group

Network with like-minded young professionals and make a difference in our community through childhood literacy.

Stories of Impact

Fifth Ward Receives 14 Barbara’s Book Boxes

Young Professionals Gift My Home Libraries to Over 350 Underserved Children

Carnrite Family Co-Chairs Storybook Gala Two Years in a Row

Member Spotlight

Meet Caitlin Rance

In the heart of Houston's vibrant community, Caitlin Rance stands as a beacon of commitment and compassion. As the current Chair of the Young Professionals Group, Caitlin has dedicated six years of unwavering volunteer service to the Barbara Bush Houston Literacy Foundation. Beyond the titles and responsibilities, Caitlin's involvement is motivated by a genuine passion for literacy and a desire to have a positive impact on her community.

Story of Impact

Young Professionals Group President Caitlin Rance reflects on the YPG’s impact in 2023.

What people are saying…

"Joining YPG has been an amazing experience for me, providing me with invaluable volunteer opportunities, networking connections, and new friends. I never thought I’d have so much fun volunteering! I am excited anytime I get to work with the YPG group, have consistently had my expectations exceeded by this group, and encourage any young professional in Houston that is considering volunteer work to come join us."

— Nate Church, Communications Co-Chair

“The socials and service opportunities have enabled me to connect with other young professionals and form lifelong friendships, while making a difference in the lives of those we serve.”

— Monica Lunsford, Social Co-Chair

Young Professionals Group in Action

YPG EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP TEAM

Caitlin Rance, Chair

Nate Church, Vice Chair

Megan Henson, Co-Service Chair

Serjio Brereda, Co-Service Chair

Brianna Tillman, Co-Service Chair

Jack Anjier, Co-Membership Chair

Elizabeth Blanton, Co-Membership Chair

Katherine Quiroz, Co-Communications Chair

Kristen Paz, Co-Communications Chair

Monica Buchanan, Co-Social Chair

Lindsey Sauer, Co-Social Chair

Grace Gosnell, Co-Gala/Fundraising Chair

Victoria Villarreal, Co-Gala/Fundraising Chair

Member at Large

Rebecca Hoffman

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