Youth Advisory Committee - Mini Grant Application - Wayne County Community Foundation
The Youth Advisory Committee Mini Grant funds student-led projects in Wayne County, PA, that promote youth leadership, philanthropy, and community engagement.
Funder: Wayne County Community Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2026 (application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $1,000 per project; total funding and number of awards vary annually.
Summary: Supports student-led group projects in Wayne County that benefit youth and foster philanthropy, leadership, and community engagement.
Key Information: Grants are for groups, not individuals; applications must be primarily student-written.
Description
The Youth Advisory Committee Mini Grant, offered by the Wayne County Community Foundation, is designed to introduce youth in Wayne County, Pennsylvania, to philanthropy and community leadership. The program provides small grants to support student-driven projects and initiatives that benefit elementary and secondary students in local schools or community groups. The goal is to encourage youth engagement, leadership, and the development of projects that have a positive impact on the youth community. Eligible projects include special classroom activities, extracurricular programs, arts initiatives, and other community-oriented efforts. The application process is intentionally student-centered to foster youth ownership and leadership.
