Welcome to the Minneapolis chapter of Young Ambassadors for Opportunity, a supporter of Opportunity International.

Launched in 2010, our chapter is an energetic and passionate team that seeks to raise awareness about Opportunity International’s work in fun and engaging ways.

It’s easy to get involved. You can make a difference while networking with other passionate young professionals at one of our upcoming local events. Or join our volunteer team to use your skills and talents to change the lives of people around the world. Contact us for more info through the link below. We hope you’ll join YAO – Minneapolis and find out about the many ways you can use your talents to help change the world—while having fun.

Emily Vennerstrom & Emily Soltvedt, Co-chairs, YAO – Minneapolis

Meet the leaders

Emily Vennerstrom – Co-chair
Emily Soltvedt – Co-chair
Katy Hall
Jeremy Carroll
Peter Deanovic
Andrew Vennerstrom
Nolan Soltvedt
Krista Carroll
Katie Janowiak
Aaron Hall

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Sponsor YAO – Minneapolis

This is a list of individual and business sponsors who deserve recognition for their contributions to our local events. These sponsors have helped us raise awareness about Opportunity International’s innovative work to change the lives of people in poverty around the world.

Riverbridge Partners, Minnesota investment management firm

Print 4 Change, Minnesota printing company

Twin Cities Law Firm, Minnesota attorneys



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Lunch & Learn with Esther Mark of Opportunity Tanzania

12:00am
Opportunity's Office, 2122 York Road, Suite 150, Oak Brook, IL. 60523, 12:30 - 1:30 p.m.

A Commitment to our Clients Meet Esther Mark, Arusha Branch Manager from Opportunity Tanzania. Chicago-area supporters, bring your lunch and your questions to our Oak Brook, Ill. office to meet Esther in person. To join remotely online or by phone, click the link below and follow step-by-step instructions. Learn how Esther inspires her staff and…