Excellence in Summer Service Awards (ESSA)
Funding Amount
$1,000
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Grant Type
foundation
Overview
Excellence in Summer Service Awards (ESSA)
Overview: MCCOY awards $1,000 scholarships to outstanding youth workers who serve as junior camp counselors and summer staff members at SYPF-funded youth programs.
Award Amount: $1,000 per recipient
Selection: Up to 25 award recipients selected annually
Eligibility: High school and college students employed as summer staff at youth programs funded by the Summer Youth Program Fund
Geographic Scope: Marion County, Indianapolis
Funding Source: Summer Youth Program Fund (SYPF)
Recognition: Recipients represent diverse youth programs across the community and are recognized for their exceptional summer service contributions.
How to Apply
Application Process
1. Submission: Youth workers submit applications supported by their summer program leaders
2. Review: Committee reviews applications
3. Selection: Committee selects 25 award recipients
4. Timeline: Applications typically due during summer program season; awards announced following summer completion
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