Children of Promise, NYC (CPNYC) is proud to expand and grow the reach of our cornerstone leadership councils — powerful spaces where leaders and advocates unite to create lasting impact for children of incarcerated parents and families across New York City.

We are now actively recruiting passionate, committed leaders to join two of our most impactful councils:

🌟 Emerging Leaders Council (ELC)

For rising professionals eager to build their leadership, fundraising, and advocacy experience while directly supporting CPNYC families. Members serve one-year terms, lead fundraising campaigns, engage in service, and amplify the voices of our community.

🌟 Women’s Giving Council (WGC)

For visionary women committed to systemic change and collective action. Members serve two-year terms, provide strategic leadership, drive major fundraising initiatives, and help shape long-term organizational growth and sustainability.

Why Join?

✔️ Accelerated professional and leadership growth
✔️ Cross-industry networking with top leaders and philanthropists
✔️ Increased visibility and influence across media and events
✔️ Direct, measurable impact on the lives of children and families across NYC

This is your opportunity to join a growing movement, standing at the frontlines of change alongside a community dedicated to equity, healing, and transformation.

Learn more and join today by contacting LW Belfort at lwilliams@cpnyc.org

Women’s Giving Council

Women’s Giving Council (WGC)

The Women’s Giving Council (WGC) is a network of passionate women dedicated to advancing Children of Promise, NYC’s mission to embrace and empower families impacted by incarceration. Serving as catalysts for change, members advocate, fundraise, and volunteer in support of this often-overlooked community. Through collective action, strategic partnerships, and philanthropy, the WGC helps advance CPNYC’s vision of breaking the cycle of intergenerational incarceration and creating brighter futures.

Apply for WGC

The Commitment

Two-year, renewable term
Participate in quarterly convenings with CPNYC leadership
Lead one major fundraising initiative annually
Commit to a Give/Get of $10,000 annually
Participate in one service day per year
Serve as a visible ambassador and advocate for CPNYC
Identify opportunities for organizational growth, strategic partnerships, and long-term scale
Refer at least one new Council member each year

*A Give/Get commitment refers to a responsibility to either personally contribute, or secure contributions from others (friends, family, colleagues, or networks), totaling $10,000 in support of CPNYC by year-end.

Benefits of Service

Professional Growth Develop as a leader, fundraiser, and advocate.
Career Advancement Accelerate your career through the WGC, a philanthropic committee that strengthens résumés and promotions.
Visibility & Influence Be featured on CPNYC’s website, social media, and press.
Networking + Executive Access Mix and mingle with peers across industries.
Showcase Your Impact Lead campaigns with life-changing outcomes.
Brand + Community Building Enhance your personal brand while joining a respected committee of changemakers.

If you have any questions, please contact:
mmejia@cpnyc.org

Emerging Leaders Council

Emerging Leaders Council (ELC)

The Emerging Leaders Council (ELC) is a leadership committee of young professionals who are deeply committed to advancing the mission of embracing and empowering children of incarcerated parents. Members play an essential role in supporting fundraising initiatives, building relationships with potential partners, and increasing awareness of the organization’s impact. Through their leadership, the Council helps expand networks and strengthen resources that allow our work to grow. Prospective members must submit an application and complete a brief onboarding process prior to joining. Membership calls for individuals who demonstrate strong leadership, reliability, and dedication to the mission, along with the ability to communicate effectively, collaborate with others, and manage multiple responsibilities while planning events that elevate the organization’s work.

Apply for ELC

The Commitment

One-year term (renewable)
Participate in quarterly convenings with organizational leadership
Lead two major fundraising initiatives each year
Commit to a Give/Get of $5,000 annually
Participate in two service days per year
Serve as a dedicated advocate and ambassador (take out, its repetitive: for children and families impacted by incarceration)

*The Give-Or-Get commitment means members either personally contribute or secure contributions totaling $5,000 through their networks (friends, family, colleagues, or community connections) by the end of the year.

Benefits of Service

Professional Growth Develop as a leader, fundraiser, and advocate.
Career Advancement Accelerate your career through the ELC, a philanthropic committee that strengthens résumés and promotions.
Visibility & Influence Be featured on CPNYC’s website, social media, and press.
Networking + Executive Access Mix and mingle with peers across industries.
Showcase Your Impact Lead campaigns with life-changing outcomes.
Brand + Community Building Enhance your personal brand while joining a respected committee of changemakers.

If you have any questions, please email mmejia@cpnyc.org