GenNext: Moving forward, giving back.
GenNext are the hand raisers and the game changers.
We are the leaders—and future leaders—who make a difference in Winnipeg.
Come network with community-minded people who share a passion for our city—roll up your sleeves for hands-on volunteer experiences, mingle with those building Winnipeg’s future, make valuable & lasting contacts, and change lives, right here where you live, work & play!
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Doing Good
The chance to do hands-on volunteering and to give back to your community.
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Networking
Get to know the larger GenNext network and develop valuable, lasting contacts.
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Connections
Exposure to key corporate and community leaders.
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Understanding
A deeper understanding of our city’s challenges and how you can help.
HOW?
Workplace Chapters
GenNext Chapters offer community-minded young employees an opportunity to take the lead in their workplace on initiating activities that connect them to their community and build a deeper understanding of the needs in our city.
Workplaces can start a Chapter to demonstrate social purpose and inspiration, make new connections and achieve personal growth—all while having fun and making a difference in our community.
Why start a workplace GenNext Chapter?
- Gain a deeper relationship with your community as you contribute to its health and strength and help build collective ownership for our city
- Volunteer directly with local programs that align with your interests
- Develop valuable, lasting contacts within a network of GenNexters throughout Winnipeg
- Gain hands-on experience with event planning, public speaking and volunteer management
- Build and diversify your community profile and resume
Recent GenNext news
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Summit Series 1: Mental Health in our City
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Meet the volunteer leaders who make it all happen
Over 5000 Winnipeggers volunteer for United Way Winnipeg, lending their talents, knowledge and community connections to our board, councils and campaigns. We couldn’t do the work we do without their generosity and energy and the next generation is a critical part of advising us into the future. From working at the workplace to ensure their colleagues are aware of the importance of supporting the community, to helping with fundraising on our Campaign Cabinet, to collaborating with the agencies as Agency Liaison Volunteers, the next generation is integrated into every part of our core work.