WHAT WE OFFER

CYP brings together young professionals in the Carlisle, PA area to grow themselves, their community, and Carlisle itself. We believe that by working together, we can make Carlisle a more vibrant, prosperous, and inclusive place for all.

How We Do It

CYP hosts a variety of events and activities throughout the year, including:

Social events to help members connect with each other and build relationships.
Sporting events to promote physical activity and sportsmanship.
Professional development events to help members advance their careers.
Volunteering opportunities to give back to the community.

CYP also offers a variety of opportunities for members to get involved, including:

Serving on committees to help plan and execute events.
Joining the Board of Directors to help guide the organization's future.

No matter what your interests are, there's a place for you at CYP. We encourage you to learn more about us and get involved today.

Read on to learn about the different events we hold. We hope to see you soon!

Social Events

CYP's social events bring together both members and guests in a casual environment to grow personal skills and networks. In addition, these events highlight and support local businesses in the community.

Final Fridays

Our Final Friday networking events are held on the last Friday of each month at a local bar, brewery, or restaurant.

Mid-Month Mixers

Our Mid-Month Mixers are held on various days around the middle of the month. These events are a more relaxed way to network with other young professionals. We often have activities like bowling, mini-golf, or laser tag, so you can come and have some fun while you network.

Annual Picnic

Our Annual Picnic is a great way to relax and enjoy the summer weather. We have free food and drinks, yard games, raffles, and more.

Annual Meeting

Our Annual Meeting is held every March. You will learn about what CYP has accomplished in the past year, and what we have planned for the year to come. We also invite and highlight various local non-profit organizations that benefit the Carlisle community. This is a great event to attend and meet local community leaders from the Carlisle Borough and the Carlisle Chamber of Commerce.

Professional Development

CYP hosts a variety of events each year focused on personal, financial, and career growth. These events vary based on speaker/instructor availability and member/community interest.

If you’re interested in speaking at, hosting, or sponsoring an event, please email us at info@carlisleyp.org

Personal Growth

Building Your Personal Brand: Learn how to create a personal brand that will help you stand out in your career.
Self-Growth: Explore topics like reading, self-talk, and more to help you reach your full potential.
Time Management: Learn how to manage your time effectively so you can achieve more.
Giving Back: Volunteer your time to a cause you care about and make a difference in your community.
Legal Preparedness: Learn about the legal issues that young professionals face and how to protect yourself.

Financial Education

Tax Preparedness: Filing your taxes correctly and avoid penalties.
Budgeting 101: Learn how to create a budget and stick to it.
Credit & Buying a Home: Learn how to improve your credit score and buy a home.
Investing & Retirement Planning: Learn how to invest your money and plan for your retirement.

Career Growth

Resume Building/Interviewing: Learn how to write a strong resume and ace your next job interview.
Networking Basics: Learn how to network effectively and build relationships that will help you in your career.
Community Involvement: Get involved and make a difference.

Community Outreach

CYP is committed to giving back to the community. We believe that by working together, we can make Carlisle a better place for everyone.

Here are some of the ways we get involved in the community:

Annual Park Cleanup: CYP has adopted Valley Meadows Park in Carlisle. Each Spring we gather a group of members and guests together to tackle a list of needs we receive from Carlisle Parks & Rec, which may include weeding, spreading mulch, clearing overgrowth, restaining the bridges, revitalizing the basketball court, and more. We all hang out for food and fellowship afterward. This is a family-friendly event, so bring your kids and get them involved, too.

Donation Drives: CYP holds donation drives for local non-profits at some of our social events throughout the year. We encourage guests to bring donations to support these important organizations.
Carlisle Downtown Mile: CYP members provide event set up to benefit the Employment Skills Center, where it's their mission to help people achieve personal growth and job betterment through education and training.
Wreaths Across America: CYP provides placement of wreaths in Shippensburg around Christmas time.
Salvation Army, My Brothers Table: CYP members purchase, prepare, and serve a meal to those in need.

We hope you will join us in giving back to the community!

Sports Leagues

CYP holds multiple sporting events throughout the year aimed at keeping our members physically active and providing fun, productive activities.

These events are open to members and guests at cost and include:

Sports Leagues are typically held once a week and last 8-10 weeks. We have 4-5 Leagues a year depending on field/location availability. Typical sports: kickball, volleyball, walleyball, cornhole, ultimate frisbee, and more.

Single Day Tournaments are great for those who cannot commit to an entire league but enjoy staying active. These vary year by year depending on current interest. Typical sports: dodgeball, cornhole, kickball, basketball, and more.