January 2026 | A Newsletter for the YANA Community

Dear YANA Community, 2025 was a challenging year, especially for the nonprofit sector. Budgets shrank. Funding became harder to secure. Many organizations found themselves doing more with less while the needs they served only grew. And as we step into 2026, we face...

July 2025 | A Newsletter for the YANA Community

Stronger Together: YANA's Premier Social Impact Conference Returns with Cross-Generational LeadershipEarly Bird Registration Now Open!Oct. 24 | In-Person (Yale Club of NYC) & via Livestream Join us on October 24th at the Yale Club of New York for an inspiring day...

June 2025 | A Newsletter for the YANA Community

Dear YANA Community, In moments of uncertainty, it's natural to wonder how to channel our energy toward meaningful action. This month's newsletter showcases exactly what we need right now: Yalies supporting each other and advancing mission-driven work around the...

May 13 | A Newsletter for the YANA Community

Dear YANA Community, As spring unfolds across the country, I find myself reflecting on the special energy this season brings to the Yale community. From the vibrant renewal on campus as another class prepares for Commencement to the anticipation of Reunion weekends...

April 17 | A Newsletter for the YANA Community

Dear YANA Community, As we navigate through a period of government uncertainty and dynamic markets, I find myself reflecting on the essential role that nonprofit organizations play in our society. Nonprofits exist precisely to address problems that neither government...

March 20 | A Newsletter for the YANA Community

Dear YANA Community, Recently, I had the privilege of speaking with President McInnis during the Menlo Park For Humanity event. In our conversation, she shared valuable insights about Yale's position amid increasing federal scrutiny of academic institutions. I was...

February 11 | A Newsletter for the YANA Community

Dear YANA Community, We recognize that the world is especially challenging right now—marked by uncertainty, division, disasters, and urgent social issues. Amid it all, we remain committed to supporting the people and organizations driving meaningful change. Together,...