Hot Springs Area Community Foundation: Youth Advisory Council (YAC) Grant Cycle

The Hot Springs Area Community Foundation's Youth Advisory Council Grant Cycle focuses on empowering youth in Garland County. Established in 1991, this grant cycle aims to support programs that enhance the lives of children and young people. As part of the Arkansas Community Foundation, it has awarded over $16 million in grants to address various community needs, including education, health, and arts, fostering a vibrant community for all.

Arkansas Community Foundation
Arkansas Community Foundation engages people, connects resources and inspires solutions to build community. The Community Foundation is a 501c3 nonprofit organization working statewide that offers tools to help Arkansans protect, grow and direct charitable dollars while learning more about community needs. By making grants and sharing knowledge, the Community Foundation supports charitable programs that work for Arkansas and partners with others to create new initiatives that address the gaps.
Hot Springs Area Community Foundation: Youth Advisory Council (YAC) Grant Cycle
Established in 1991, the Hot Springs Area Community Foundation serves as a trusted partner for individuals, businesses, and organizations seeking to make both immediate and lasting philanthropic impacts in Garland and Montgomery counties. As one of 29 affiliates of the Arkansas Community Foundation, it has established more than 129 funds and awarded over $16 million in cumulative grants over three decades of service. These grants address a wide range of community priorities—from alleviating food insecurity and improving health outcomes to supporting the arts and advancing education.
The Foundation is also a key supporter of the statewide Grade Level Reading Initiative, a collaborative effort among nonprofits, families, educators, and community leaders to ensure that all Arkansas children read at grade level by the end of third grade. Continuing its commitment to youth development, the Foundation’s current grant cycle focuses on programs that benefit children and young people in Garland County.

Eligibility

Eligible applicants include 501(c)(3) nonprofits, schools, churches, hospitals, and government agencies that align with this mission to build stronger, more vibrant communities for all residents and visitors.