Margaret M. and Harley H. Wachs Youth Leadership Fund
This grant funds leadership and travel programs to develop Johnson County, TN middle and high school students into active, visionary community leaders.
Funder: East Tennessee Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): February 2027 (Johnson County Community Foundation competitive cycle)
Funding Amounts: Typical awards are for one-year terms; maximum funding for salary/administrative support is 30% of request.
Summary: Supports leadership and travel opportunities for Johnson County youth, fostering active and visionary young leaders through community service and leadership development.
Key Information: Grants must primarily benefit Johnson County middle/high school youth; programs outside the county must directly benefit these youth.
Description
The Margaret M. and Harley H. Wachs Youth Leadership Fund, managed by the East Tennessee Foundation, provides grants to support leadership and travel opportunities for middle and high school youth in Johnson County, Tennessee. The fund is dedicated to cultivating the next generation of community leaders by supporting programs that engage young people in community service projects, leadership roles, and travel for leadership development. Established in memory of Margaret M. and Harley H. Wachs, the fund seeks to expand the abilities of Johnson County youth to become active, visionary leaders.
