New ‘Youth Philanthropy Experience’ Opens to Rising Ninth Graders
The Community Foundation’s new summer Youth Philanthropy Experience is set to take off this July with a class of rising freshmen who attend school or reside in Jefferson County. The unique summer experience will deliver a broad introduction to community philanthropy, grantmaking, and hands-on learning about the vital work and missions of local nonprofits.
Students will attend three-hour morning sessions at the Community Foundation and participating Watertown-based nonprofits beginning Monday, July 27, and concluding Friday, July 31.
Throughout the past decade, the Community Foundation has grown its programs that provide youth leadership opportunities across the region, including the Youth Philanthropy Council and Community Spirit Youth Giving Challenge. The new week-long summer program is a chance for students who are entering ninth grade this fall to learn about their community, meet local leaders, develop debate and critical thinking skills, and collaborate with peers from other Jefferson County schools.
Those who participate in the experience will be empowered to make a difference in their community through grantmaking and volunteer opportunities. Students will be entrusted with grant decisions that will allow them to directly impact the quality of life of the area. Grant awards students will make are not limited to youth programs or youth-related initiatives. Adult leaders, Foundation staff, and current and past Youth Philanthropy Council members will mentor participants.
Students who reside in or attend school in Jefferson County are invited to apply. Ideal students are committed to the full experience and able to attend all sessions during the week-long program. Applications open Wednesday, April 8, and students will be accepted on a rolling basis until the program is full. The application should be completed solely by the student who is applying. Candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted individually.
Apply today
Click the button below to download an application to participate in the Summer Youth Philanthropy Experience.
Questions?
Contact Community Foundation Philanthropy Associate Emily Pfeil, emily@nnycf.org, or 315-782-7110, with questions or to learn more.
