Youth Empowered Philanthropy Grants
Youth Empowered Philanthropy Grants empower Allen County youth to fund and support nonprofit projects, fostering community engagement and youth-led decision-making in partnership with the Community Foundation of Greater Fort Wayne.
Funder: Community Foundation of Greater Fort Wayne
Due Dates: November 30, 2026: Grant applications close | November 30, 2026: Volunteer time requests close
Funding Amounts: Grants range from $1,000 to $5,000 per award; decisions announced in March 2027.
Summary: Supports Allen County nonprofits with youth-directed grants and volunteer engagement to enhance community impact and foster youth philanthropy.
Description
The Youth Empowered Philanthropy (YEP) Grants, administered by the Community Foundation of Greater Fort Wayne, empower local high school students to make grantmaking decisions that benefit nonprofits in Allen County, Indiana. This initiative not only provides operational funding to nonprofits but also connects them with youth volunteers, fostering both immediate community impact and the development of lifelong philanthropic habits among young leaders. Nonprofits may apply for both funding and volunteer support, with all decisions made by the current YEP student cohort.
