[Community Giving Foundation](https://csgiving.org)

March 2027

Up to $5,000 per school group; total annual pool ~$100,000; 1-year grant

Supports youth-focused nonprofit programs through student-led grantmaking in partnership with high schools across Central Susquehanna, PA.

Grants are awarded by high school student groups; eligibility and priorities may vary by participating school.

--- ## Description The Youth IN Philanthropy program, managed by the Community Giving Foundation, engages high school students in the Central Susquehanna region of Pennsylvania in hands-on philanthropy and grantmaking. Students, working in collaboration with faculty liaisons, research community needs, develop funding priorities, and award grants to local nonprofit organizations supporting youth programs. The program is structured around educational workshops, leadership development, and consensus-building, culminating in a public grant presentation ceremony each spring. Funding priorities and eligibility criteria are determined by each participating student group, with grants typically supporting youth-serving projects within the respective school district or community. --- ## Due Dates - March 2027 (anticipated/projected): Full application deadline for Youth In Philanthropy grant round *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Each participating school group can award up to $5,000 annually in grants. - The total annual pool for all schools is typically around $100,000. - Grants are for a one-year period. --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must be qualified 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations or governmental entities. - Projects must benefit youth within the service area of the participating school district or as defined by the student group. - Individuals are not eligible to apply. - Some groups may allow fiscal sponsorship by another qualified nonprofit. - Grant priorities and eligible project types are set by each student group; review the specific school’s criteria before applying. --- ## Application Process - Review the [Youth IN Philanthropy program page](https://csgiving.org/youth-in-philanthropy) for details and updates. - Applications are submitted through the Community Giving Foundation’s online grant portal. - Each school group sets its own funding priorities; applicants should align proposals accordingly. - The process includes community needs assessment, application submission, student review, and final grant awards announced at the annual ceremony. - All grant payments are distributed via ACH; organizations must complete an ACH authorization form. --- ## Additional Information - The program is open to organizations serving youth in the Central Susquehanna region, including but not limited to Columbia, Lower-Luzerne, Montour, Northumberland, Snyder, and Union Counties. - Past grant rounds have supported a wide range of youth programs, from mental health initiatives to after-school enrichment. - The program emphasizes local impact and student leadership in philanthropy. --- ## External Links - [Youth IN Philanthropy Program Page](https://csgiving.org/youth-in-philanthropy) - [Community Giving Foundation Grants Overview](https://csgiving.org/grants/) - [2026 Funding Priority Areas by School](https://csgiving.org/2026/02/youth-in-philanthropy-announces-2026-grantround/) - [Contact Page](https://csgiving.org/about/contact/) - [Grant Application Portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=csgiving) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Title | Email | Phone | |-------------------------|-------------------------------|--------------------------------------------|--------------------| | Alyssa Meyers-Sanonu | Director of Philanthropy | [ameyers-sanonu@csgiving.org](mailto:ameyers-sanonu@csgiving.org) | 570-752-3930 ext. 8 | | General Inquiries | — | [info@csgiving.org](mailto:info@csgiving.org) | 570-752-3930 | | Grant/Scholarship Admin | Karri Harter | [kharter@csgiving.org](mailto:kharter@csgiving.org) | 570-752-3930 |

Youth IN Philanthropy

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