Youth Philanthropy Committee Grants
The YPC Grants support innovative, youth-led projects in Hamilton and nearby areas, empowering students to fund initiatives that enrich and inspire local youth outside the classroom.
Funder: Hamilton Community Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): February 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $5,000 per project; approximately $50,000 awarded annually to youth-focused programs.
Summary: Supports innovative, youth-led projects in the Hamilton area that enrich and inspire local youth through student-driven grantmaking.
Key Information: For projects serving youth in Hamilton, Ross Township, or the Village of New Miami; preference for non-duplicative, collaborative initiatives.
Description
The Youth Philanthropy Committee (YPC) Grants, administered by the Hamilton Community Foundation, are a unique, student-led initiative designed to foster youth engagement in philanthropy, leadership, and volunteerism. Each year, local high school students from Hamilton, Ross Township, and the Village of New Miami evaluate applications and award grants to programs that enrich, educate, and inspire youth in the region. The YPC focuses on supporting innovative, collaborative projects that address gaps in services for underprivileged youth, with a strong preference for initiatives that enrich lives outside the classroom.
