[Greater Grand Island Community Foundation](https://www.gicf.org)

January 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)

Typically $25,000+ awarded annually; total grant pool varies by year.

Supports innovative projects benefiting Hall County youth, with a focus on mental health, substance abuse prevention, and positive youth development.

--- ## Description The Youth Philanthropy Board Grant, administered by the Greater Grand Island Community Foundation, provides funding to projects and programs that directly benefit youth in Hall County, Nebraska. The grant aims to foster positive behaviors among teens through mental health awareness, substance abuse prevention, safe and meaningful activities, and peer-to-peer education. Preference is given to initiatives addressing drug and alcohol abuse, youth mentoring, support for mental and physical health (including hygiene), activities for youth with disabilities, meeting basic needs, and reaching underserved youth populations. The program is unique in that local high school juniors and seniors lead the grantmaking process, reviewing applications, conducting site visits, and making funding decisions as part of a two-year leadership development experience. --- ## Due Dates - January 2027 (anticipated full application deadline) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - The typical total grant pool is $25,000+ awarded annually, raised by the Youth Philanthropy Board's senior cohort. - Individual grant sizes may vary depending on project scope and available funds. - Since inception, over $150,000 has been awarded to youth-serving projects in Hall County. --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must be private or public organizations classified as 501(c)(3) by the IRS and in good standing, or have a valid fiscal sponsor. - Projects must directly benefit youth in Hall County, Nebraska. Programs serving youth outside Hall County are not eligible. - Organizations must have completed any required final grant reports for prior YPB or GGICF funding before reapplying. - Individuals are not eligible to apply. - Ineligible purposes include: religious or political activities, endowments, capital campaigns, annual fund drives, event sponsorships, fundraising collateral, projects requiring ongoing YPB/GGICF commitment, or requests for additional funding for already funded projects. --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted via the [GGICF Grant Portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=gicf). - No handwritten, faxed, or emailed applications are accepted. - All supporting materials must be included; incomplete applications will not be considered. - Applicants should be prepared for site visits or presentations to the Youth Philanthropy Board. - The proposed project or program must be completed within one year of funding. - If you do not have a portal account, contact [stall@gicf.org](mailto:stall@gicf.org) to request access. --- ## Additional Information - The Youth Philanthropy Board Grant Program typically reopens for applications in the fall. - Preference is given to innovative projects that address unmet needs among youth, especially those related to substance abuse prevention, mental health, and peer mentoring. - Grant applications and supporting documents become the property of the Youth Philanthropy Board and GGICF. --- ## External Links - [Program Page: Youth Philanthropy Board Grant](https://www.gicf.org/nonprofits/grants/youth-philanthropy-board-grant) - [Youth Philanthropy Board Program Overview](https://www.gicf.org/communities/youth-philanthropy-board-grant/) - [GGICF Grant Portal (Application Submission)](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=gicf) - [Contact GGICF](https://www.gicf.org/contact-us) - [Subscribe to GGICF Newsletter](https://gicf.us15.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=b8798edb325879f5cd5b9a3b3&id=6a48186979) --- ## Contact Information | Name/Role | Email | Phone | |------------------------|-----------------------------|---------------| | Sara Tall, Program Officer & YPB Coordinator | [stall@gicf.org](mailto:stall@gicf.org) | 308-381-7767 |

Youth Philanthropy Board Grant

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