Youth Advisory Committee Fund
The Youth Advisory Committee Fund from Albion Community Foundation supports Albion-area youth development projects, with local youth directly involved in selecting initiatives to fund.
Funder: Albion Community Foundation
Due Dates: September 15, 2026 (September cycle) | March 13, 2027 (March cycle)
Funding Amounts: Up to $5,000 per project; one-year grants; two cycles per year.
Summary: Supports projects that address youth needs and development in the greater Albion, Michigan area, with direct youth involvement in grantmaking.
Key Information: Applicants must register in the Foundation's new online portal (required for all applicants as of 2025).
Description
The Youth Advisory Committee Fund, managed by the Albion Community Foundation, is dedicated to supporting youth development and addressing the needs of young people in the greater Albion, Michigan area. Unique among local grant opportunities, this fund empowers youth by involving them directly in philanthropy: the Youth Advisory Committee, composed of local young people, reviews applications and makes funding recommendations to the Foundation’s Board of Trustees. The fund prioritizes projects that positively impact youth, foster leadership, and encourage youth participation in community life.
