Memberships

Pensacola Young Professionals is more than a networking group. We provide a sense of place and belonging to young people in our community. We connect our members with new opportunities to find their passions not just in PYP but throughout the Pensacola Bay area. We're proud to provide a voice for the young professionals of Pensacola.


Eligibility: Our members are primarily between the ages of 18-40, but membership is open to all "young thinking" and "young-at-heart" professionals.


Being a member means...

  • Connection Opportunities: Monthly networking events provide opportunities to meet and connect with other young professionals and local businesses.
  • Professional Development: Free and deeply discounted professional development programs provide new opportunities for personal and professional growth.
  • Local Voice: Activism and civic education opportunities focused on local economic development and governmental affairs
  • Community Service: Community service projects in our own community connect young pros to local organizations and programs that contribute to a better quality of life in our community.
  • Community + Directory: Access to the exclusive Members-Only community to connect with other PYP members as well as access to the Membership Directory.
  • Annual Membership
    Duration
    12 months
    Package price
    $150

    All Individual members get full access to all of the benefits of membership:

    • Professional Development: Monthly professional development seminars are free for PYP members (normally $15-20/session)
    • Networking Opportunities: Happy Hour and Coffee & Conversation events are hosted each month. Register for happy hour in advance and your first drink is on us! 
    • Community Service: Exclusive members-only service events offering our members an opportunity to connect to the Pensacola community on a deeper level. 
    • VIP Experiences: Sports and cultural outings with special experiences just for your PYP members.
    • Insider Roundtables: Roundtables with community leaders offering our members exclusive access to learn about the latest developments in our community.
    • Local Voice: Activism and civic education opportunities focused on local economic development and governmental affairs
    • Community + Directory: Access to the exclusive Members-Only community to connect with other PYP members as well as access to the Membership Directory. 
    • Mentor Pensacola: PYP's flagship mentor program is open only to PYP members that connects our members with community leaders for the 9-month program (Jan-Sep, Applications Open in October).
  • Monthly Membership
    Duration
    1 month
    Package price
    $20

    Monthly members get the flexibility of testing our membership before committing to the full year but receive the full benefits of an individual member. 


    Monthly members get access to the following benefits of membership:

    • Professional Development: Monthly professional development seminars are free for PYP members (normally $15-20/session)
    • Networking Opportunities: Happy Hour and Coffee & Conversation events are hosted each month. Register for happy hour in advance and your first drink is on us! 
    • Community Service: Exclusive members-only service events offering our members an opportunity to connect to the Pensacola community on a deeper level. 
    • VIP Experiences: Sports and cultural outings with special experiences just for your PYP members.
    • Insider Roundtables: Roundtables with community leaders offering our members exclusive access to learn about the latest developments in our community.
    • Local Voice: Activism and civic education opportunities focused on local economic development and governmental affairs
    • Community + Directory: Access to the exclusive Members-Only community to connect with other PYP members as well as access to the Membership Directory. 


    Individuals with a Monthly Membership are not eligible for the Mentor Pensacola program. 

  • Undergraduate Student Membership
    Duration
    12 months
    Package price
    $90

    Undergraduate Student members receive the full benefits of an individual member at a discounted rate. Proof of eligibility is required for this membership rate to establish and renew membership, and can be supplied in the application. 


    All Individual members get full access to all of the benefits of membership:

    • Professional Development: Monthly professional development seminars are free for PYP members (normally $15-20/session)
    • Networking Opportunities: Happy Hour and Coffee & Conversation events are hosted each month. Register for happy hour in advance and your first drink is on us! 
    • Community Service: Exclusive members-only service events offering our members an opportunity to connect to the Pensacola community on a deeper level. 
    • VIP Experiences: Sports and cultural outings with special experiences just for your PYP members.
    • Insider Roundtables: Roundtables with community leaders offering our members exclusive access to learn about the latest developments in our community.
    • Local Voice: Activism and civic education opportunities focused on local economic development and governmental affairs
    • Community + Directory: Access to the exclusive Members-Only community to connect with other PYP members as well as access to the Membership Directory. 
    • Mentor Pensacola: PYP's flagship mentor program is open only to PYP members that connects our members with community leaders for the 12-month program.


    Eligibility Requirement: Undergraduate Student memberships are available to individuals who meet the following eligibility requirements:

    • Currently enrolled in an undergraduate degree program.


    To receive this discounted membership, apply for membership and supply a current class enrollment schedule for the current term. Once approved, individuals are able to pay for their membership and activate all of the benefits of membership. 

  • Graduate Student Membership
    Duration
    12 months
    Package price
    $120

    Graduate Student members receive the full benefits of an individual member at a discounted rate. Proof of eligibility is required for this membership rate to establish and renew membership, and can be supplied in the application. 


    All Individual members get full access to all of the benefits of membership:

    • Professional Development: Monthly professional development seminars are free for PYP members (normally $15-20/session)
    • Networking Opportunities: Happy Hour and Coffee & Conversation events are hosted each month. Register for happy hour in advance and your first drink is on us! 
    • Community Service: Exclusive members-only service events offering our members an opportunity to connect to the Pensacola community on a deeper level. 
    • VIP Experiences: Sports and cultural outings with special experiences just for your PYP members.
    • Insider Roundtables: Roundtables with community leaders offering our members exclusive access to learn about the latest developments in our community.
    • Local Voice: Activism and civic education opportunities focused on local economic development and governmental affairs
    • Community + Directory: Access to the exclusive Members-Only community to connect with other PYP members as well as access to the Membership Directory. 
    • Mentor Pensacola: PYP's flagship mentor program is open only to PYP members that connects our members with community leaders for the 12-month program.


    Eligibility Requirement: Graduate Student memberships are available to individuals who meet the following eligibility requirements:

    • Currently enrolled in an graduate degree program.


    To receive this discounted membership, apply for membership and supply a current class enrollment schedule for the current term. Once approved, individuals are able to pay for their membership and activate all of the benefits of membership. 

  • Military Membership
    Duration
    12 months
    Package price
    $105

    Military members receive the full benefits of an individual member at a discounted rate. Proof of eligibility is required to establish this membership rate and can be supplied in the application. 

    

    All Individual members get full access to all of the benefits of membership:

    • Professional Development: Monthly professional development seminars are free for PYP members (normally $15-20/session)
    • Networking Opportunities: Happy Hour and Coffee & Conversation events are hosted each month. Register for happy hour in advance and your first drink is on us! 
    • Community Service: Exclusive members-only service events offering our members an opportunity to connect to the Pensacola community on a deeper level. 
    • VIP Experiences: Sports and cultural outings with special experiences just for your PYP members.
    • Insider Roundtables: Roundtables with community leaders offering our members exclusive access to learn about the latest developments in our community.
    • Local Voice: Activism and civic education opportunities focused on local economic development and governmental affairs
    • Community + Directory: Access to the exclusive Members-Only community to connect with other PYP members as well as access to the Membership Directory. 
    • Mentor Pensacola: PYP's flagship mentor program is open only to PYP members that connects our members with community leaders for the 12-month program.


    Eligibility Requirement: Military memberships are available to individuals who meet the following eligibility requirements:

    • Active military personnel or veterans
    • Spouses of active military personnel or veterans


    To receive the military membership rate, submit your application with proof of status. Once approved, individuals are able to pay for their membership and activate all of the benefits of membership. 

  • First Responder Membership
    Duration
    12 months
    Package price
    $105

    First Responder members receive the full benefits of an individual member at a discounted rate. Proof of eligibility is required to establish and renew this membership rate and can be supplied in the application.  


    All Individual members get full access to all of the benefits of membership:

    • Professional Development: Monthly professional development seminars are free for PYP members (normally $15-20/session)
    • Networking Opportunities: Happy Hour and Coffee & Conversation events are hosted each month. Register for happy hour in advance and your first drink is on us! 
    • Community Service: Exclusive members-only service events offering our members an opportunity to connect to the Pensacola community on a deeper level. 
    • VIP Experiences: Sports and cultural outings with special experiences just for your PYP members.
    • Insider Roundtables: Roundtables with community leaders offering our members exclusive access to learn about the latest developments in our community.
    • Local Voice: Activism and civic education opportunities focused on local economic development and governmental affairs
    • Community + Directory: Access to the exclusive Members-Only community to connect with other PYP members as well as access to the Membership Directory. 
    • Mentor Pensacola: PYP's flagship mentor program is open only to PYP members that connects our members with community leaders for the 12-month program.


    Eligibility Requirement: First Responder memberships are available to individuals who meet the following eligibility requirements:

    • Currently employed as a law enforcement officer, paramedic, emergency medical technician, or firefighter.


    To receive this membership rate, apply and submit your proof of employment (ie: badge, letter from a supervisor, etc.). Once approved, individuals are able to pay for their membership and activate all of the benefits of membership.

  • Nonprofit Membership
    Duration
    12 months
    Package price
    $120

    Nonprofit members receive the full benefits of an individual member at a discounted rate. Proof of eligibility is required to establish this membership rate and can be supplied in the application. 

    

    All Individual members get full access to all of the benefits of membership:

    • Professional Development: Monthly professional development seminars are free for PYP members (normally $15-20/session)
    • Networking Opportunities: Happy Hour and Coffee & Conversation events are hosted each month. Register for happy hour in advance and your first drink is on us! 
    • Community Service: Exclusive members-only service events offering our members an opportunity to connect to the Pensacola community on a deeper level. 
    • VIP Experiences: Sports and cultural outings with special experiences just for your PYP members.
    • Insider Roundtables: Roundtables with community leaders offering our members exclusive access to learn about the latest developments in our community.
    • Local Voice: Activism and civic education opportunities focused on local economic development and governmental affairs
    • Community + Directory: Access to the exclusive Members-Only community to connect with other PYP members as well as access to the Membership Directory. 
    • Mentor Pensacola: PYP's flagship mentor program is open only to PYP members that connects our members with community leaders for the 12-month program.


    Eligibility Requirement: The Nonprofit membership is available to individuals who meet the following eligibility requirements:

    • Currently employed by a Nonprofit (501c) organization.


    To receive the nonprofit membership rate, submit your application with proof of employment. Once approved, individuals are able to pay for their membership and activate all of the benefits of membership. 

  • UWF GOLD Alumni Membership
    Duration
    12 months
    Package price
    $120

    UWF GOLD Alumni members receive the full benefits of an individual member at a discounted rate, sponsored by the UWF Alumni Association. Proof of eligibility is required for this membership rate to establish and renew membership, and can be supplied in the application. 


    All Individual members get full access to all of the benefits of membership:

    • Professional Development: Monthly professional development seminars are free for PYP members (normally $15-20/session)
    • Networking Opportunities: Happy Hour and Coffee & Conversation events are hosted each month. Register for happy hour in advance and your first drink is on us! 
    • Community Service: Exclusive members-only service events offering our members an opportunity to connect to the Pensacola community on a deeper level. 
    • VIP Experiences: Sports and cultural outings with special experiences just for your PYP members.
    • Insider Roundtables: Roundtables with community leaders offering our members exclusive access to learn about the latest developments in our community.
    • Local Voice: Activism and civic education opportunities focused on local economic development and governmental affairs
    • Community + Directory: Access to the exclusive Members-Only community to connect with other PYP members as well as access to the Membership Directory. 
    • Mentor Pensacola: PYP's flagship mentor program is open only to PYP members that connects our members with community leaders for the 12-month program.


    Eligibility Requirement: UWF GOLD Alumni memberships are available to individuals who meet the following eligibility requirements:

    • Is a Graduate of the Last Decade (GOLD) Alumni from the University of West Florida.


    To receive this discounted membership, apply for membership and supply a copy of your diploma or transcripts showing your graduation date. Once approved, individuals are able to pay for their membership and activate all of the benefits of membership. 

  • PYP Alumni Membership
    Duration
    12 months
    Package price
    $75

    PYP Alumni receive some benefits of an individual member at a discounted rate. Proof of eligibility is required to establish this membership rate and can be supplied in the application. 


    PYP Alumni members get access to the following benefits:

    • Professional Development: Monthly professional development seminars are free for PYP members (normally $15-20/session)
    • Networking Opportunities: Happy Hour and Coffee & Conversation events are hosted each month.
    • Community Service: Exclusive members-only service events offering our members an opportunity to connect to the Pensacola community on a deeper level. 
    • VIP Experiences: Sports and cultural outings with special experiences just for your PYP members.
    • Insider Roundtables: Roundtables with community leaders offering our members exclusive access to learn about the latest developments in our community.
    • Local Voice: Activism and civic education opportunities focused on local economic development and governmental affairs
    • Community + Directory: Access to the exclusive Members-Only community to connect with other PYP members as well as access to the Membership Directory. 


    PYP Alumni members are not eligible to serve on the PYP Board of Directors and Leadership Team. PYP Alumni Members are not eligible to participate as a mentee in the Mentor Pensacola program. 


    Eligibility Requirement: Alumni are individuals who have meet one (1) of the following eligibility requirements:

    • Served on the Board of Directors for at least two years
    • Was a member of PYP before 2021
    • Retained an active PYP membership for 3 or more years
    • Currently serves on the PYP Advisory Committee


    To receive this membership rate, submit an application. Applications will be reviewed within 2 business days. Once approved, individuals are able to pay for their membership and activate all of the benefits of membership.