Leadership Tomorrow

Shaping the Future & Direction of Our Community

Leadership Tomorrow

2024 - CLASS 35

Our Mission:

Leadership Tomorrow is a community leadership program with the mission to equip and challenge the next generation to get involved and shape the future and direction of the community’s potential.

About Leadership Tomorrow:

Leadership Tomorrow, originally Leadership Danville, was created in 1986 to assist emerging community leaders preparing for leadership positions in local government and community affairs. Community leaders stand up and face the complex issues of today’s world while thoughtfully planning for future generations. Leadership Tomorrow has developed leaders in this courageous pursuit for more than 30 years. Participants can expect to:

  • Receive community leadership development through mentoring.
  • Establish a strong network of professional relationships.
  • Cultivate a commitment to get involved in the community.
  • Build pride in Vermilion County
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• A willingness to accept civic and leadership roles upon graduation
• A willingness to commit time and energy to the future of Vermilion County.
• An awareness of community issues, problems and opportunities.
• A desire for personal growth opportunities.
• Must live or work in Vermilion County.

• Class attendance, must attend 8/9 sessions, may not miss the Retreat or Amazing Race.
• 100% mentor participation, 12 hours total
• 100% volunteer hour completion, 60 hours total
• Commitment to join one community, philanthropic or social board or commitment to run for public office upon graduation

  • To develop capable community leaders inspired to creatively solve problems and plan for the future of our community. 
  • To develop in participants an awareness of the community, its problems, challenges, and opportunities, through an educational process. 
  • To assist participants in assuming leadership roles in the community through volunteer and mentor opportunities. 
  • To develop and ensure the continuation of a network of community leaders accessible to service and non-profit organizations.
  • To provide the participants the opportunity to network. 

Tuition cost is $1,500.00 inclusive for the 6-month program (other discounts may apply based on Vermilion Advantage membership level). A Scholarship may be available. For more information, contact Nicole Van Hyfte at nvanhyfte@vermilionadvantage.com

Volunteer Opportunities list

Community Service & Volunteer Opportunities

Community Service & Volunteer Opportunities

For more information call our office at 217-442-6201, or email Nicole Van Hyfte at nvanhyfte@vermilionadvantage.com

Mentors are an essential part of leadership development. Leadership Tomorrow mentors will serve as a professional confident for program participants. Mentors will support emerging leaders as they navigate service and professional experiences during the program. Mentors are encouraged to invite their mentees to participate in their service clubs or non-profits, attend County Board meetings or other political events in Vermilion County.

Mentors and mentees are matched by their interests and career paths.

Application Eligibility:

  • Must be a graduate of Leadership Tomorrow or Leadership Danville. 

  • Must commit to 12 hours of mentorship with program participant.

  • Must attend mentorship training.

  • Must be willing to attend the one-day retreat with mentee.

Mentor Requirements:

  • 12 receive hours of mentorship, 100% completion required. 

Mentor Application Here; or call our office at 217-442-6201, or email Nicole Van Hyfte at nvanhyfte@vermilionadvantage.com

  1. Apply on our website
  2. Download Participant Application
  3. Call our office at 217-442-6201, or email Nicole Van Hyfte at nvanhyfte@vermilionadvantage.com

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