About the Program
Engaged Leaders United is a program for adults aged 50 and under who donate or pledge a minimum annual gift of $250 or more or a combined minimum annual gift of $500 or more with their spouse. Being an Engaged Leader will allow you to discover and expand your philanthropic passions through volunteering, networking and community involvement. Anyone who qualifies for the Engaged Leaders United program AND checks the box on their pledge form will be invited to participate in these opportunities.
Engaged Leaders Committee...
This group is coordinated by Greater Mankato Area United Way's Campaign & Pledge Manager - Angela Banken.
Important: We are actively seeking ELU members to be active members of the Engaged Leaders United Planning Committee.
To learn more or to become part of this group, contact United Way at 507-345-4551 or angelab@mankatounitedway.org.
Other Engaged Leader Opportunities...
• Volunteer for various community projects with other leaders.
• Meet corporate and community leaders as well as other young leaders who will help you grow both professionally and in philanthropy.
• Attend the Tocqueville Speaker Series, in which Tocqueville Society Leaders (those who give a personal annual gift of $10,000 or more) share their professional and personal journeys and their perspectives on philanthropy.
• Attend the Business of Giving Series, in which regional business leaders invite leaders to learn more about what their company's perspective on giving and what they do to give back to the community.
Upcoming Events
Join us for United Business Connections: An Engaged Leaders Gathering!
Thursday, April 2, 2026
WOW! Zone (2030 Adams Street, Mankato)
4:00 - 6:00 PM
Engaged Leaders, join us for a networking social with games and community building!
Enjoy light appetizers, bowling, and games, sponsored by the WOW! Zone.
Agenda
4:10 PM: Welcome & short program
4:30 PM: FREE play! Includes bowling, laser tag, and mini golf. Cash bar available.
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Upcoming Volunteer Opportunities
Engaged Leaders United Spotlight
Engaged Leaders United Spotlight: Meet Jennifer Walls
We are excited to feature individuals who are part of Greater Mankato Area United Way’s Engaged Leaders United group to learn why they are involved in making a difference in our region through United Way.
Jennifer Walls is a dedicated Senior Executive Assistant at Taylor Corporation, where she has proudly served for the past three years. In addition to her corporate role, Jennifer is the Greater Mankato Area United Way Employee Campaign Leader for the Taylor corporate building. She plays a key role in coordinating efforts across the North Mankato campus.
As a single mom of two, one of whom is on the autism spectrum, Jennifer brings a deep sense of empathy, resilience, and perspective to everything she does. She understands firsthand how life can change in an instant - and how vital it is to have a supportive community to lean on during those times. Her commitment to service and connection is rooted in her belief that when people come together, they can ease burdens and uplift one another in powerful ways.
Thank you, Jennifer!
