[East Tennessee Foundation](https://easttennesseefoundation.org)

June 2026 (Johnson County Community Foundation competitive grant cycle)

Award size and duration vary; see program page for current details.

Supports leadership and travel opportunities for Johnson County youth to foster active, visionary leaders through community service and leadership development.

Salary/administrative support must not exceed 30% of requested funding.

--- ## Description This fund provides grants to organizations serving middle and high school youth in Johnson County, Tennessee, supporting projects that foster leadership skills, community service, and travel for leadership development. The goal is to expand the abilities of young people to become active, visionary leaders, with a focus on meaningful youth engagement and leadership growth. --- ## Due Dates - June 2026 (anticipated/projected, aligned with the Johnson County Community Foundation competitive grant cycle) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Award size and duration vary; specific amounts are not published in advance. - Refer to the [program page](https://easttennesseefoundation.org/grants/margaret-m-and-harley-h-wachs-youth-leadership-fund) or contact the foundation for current funding details. - Administrative and salary costs are limited to no more than 30% of the requested funding. --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must be 501(c)(3) public charities, units of government, or public educational institutions. - New/emerging groups without nonprofit status may apply with a fiscal sponsor. - Programs must primarily serve Johnson County middle and/or high school youth. - Under special circumstances, institutions outside Johnson County may apply if their programs directly benefit Johnson County youth. - Preference for organizations engaging youth through leadership skills development, community service, and travel for leadership opportunities. - Salary/administrative support requested must not exceed 30% of the total grant request. - Grants to individuals are not permitted. - Applicants must comply with the foundation’s non-discrimination policy. For full eligibility details, review the [general eligibility and funding criteria](https://easttennesseefoundation.org/nonprofits/grants-we-offer/general-eligibility-and-funding-criteria/). --- ## Application Process - Applications are submitted via the [East Tennessee Foundation’s online grant portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=easttennesseefoundation). - New users must create an account; returning users log in with existing credentials. - Complete all required sections of the online application, including organization and project details, budget, board and staff lists, and relevant documentation. - Review the [ETF Grant Application Guide (PDF)](https://easttennesseefoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/ETF-Grant-Application-Guide.pdf) for step-by-step instructions. - Applications are considered in conjunction with the Johnson County Community Foundation’s competitive grant cycle. - Reach out to the Grantmaking Team for questions before the deadline. --- ## Additional Information - Programs must demonstrate impact on youth leadership and community engagement. - Administrative and salary costs are capped at 30% of the request. - Applicants are encouraged to clearly outline how funds will be used and how youth will be engaged. --- ## External Links - [Margaret M. and Harley H. Wachs Youth Leadership Fund Program Page](https://easttennesseefoundation.org/grants/margaret-m-and-harley-h-wachs-youth-leadership-fund) - [Johnson County Community Foundation Page](https://easttennesseefoundation.org/grants/johnson-county-community-foundation/) - [ETF Grant Application Guide (PDF)](https://easttennesseefoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/ETF-Grant-Application-Guide.pdf) - [ETF Online Grant Portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=easttennesseefoundation) - [General Eligibility and Funding Criteria](https://easttennesseefoundation.org/nonprofits/grants-we-offer/general-eligibility-and-funding-criteria/) - [Grants We Offer – ETF Funds List](https://easttennesseefoundation.org/nonprofits/grants-we-offer/) --- ## Contact Information | Name/Title | Email | Phone | |----------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------|---------------------------------------| | Grantmaking Team (general inquiries) | grantmaking@etf.org | (865) 524-1223 x144 / (877) 524-1223 x144 | | Ashley Siferd Butler, Director of Competitive Grants | See program page for email (anti-spam protected) | Use main number above | | Brooke Anguiano, Assistant Director of Grantmaking & Operations Associate | See program page for email (anti-spam protected) | Use main number above | For additional contacts and team members, visit the [East Tennessee Foundation team page](https://easttennesseefoundation.org/about-us/team-members/).

Margaret M. and Harley H. Wachs Youth Leadership Fund

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