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Overview

Local Leaders of the 21st Century Scholarship

Funder: Go Green Initiative

Geographic Scope: Primarily Pleasanton Unified School District (California), with potential for expansion

Program Status: Active (awards given in 2020, 2022, 2023)

Overview:
Scholarship program that recognizes and awards high school students who demonstrate excellence and commitment to environmental sustainability, waste reduction, and community advocacy through participation in the Local Leaders club.

Focus Areas:

  • Environmental sustainability projects

  • Waste reduction and recycling programs

  • Water conservation initiatives

  • Climate literacy and advocacy

  • Community outreach and education

  • Policy advocacy on environmental issues
  • Eligibility:

  • High school students enrolled in participating school districts

  • Active members of Local Leaders club

  • Demonstrated commitment to environmental projects and community engagement

  • Leadership in sustainability initiatives on campus and in the community
  • Award Details:

  • Recognizes outstanding student leaders

  • Supports college education of scholarship recipients

  • Multiple awards available annually (varies by year; 2023 class had 7 awardees across 2 schools)
  • Contact Information:
    Go Green Initiative
    4307 Valley Avenue, Suite 2
    Pleasanton, CA 94566

    Additional Information:
    Students interested in joining Local Leaders can fill out a Google Form. The program emphasizes student-led environmental action, policy influence, and community stewardship.

    How to Apply

    Application Process

    For interested high school students:
    1. Join or participate in the Local Leaders club at your school
    2. Demonstrate commitment to environmental projects and community advocacy
    3. Fill out Google Form for Local Leaders club membership (link provided on GGI website)
    4. Submit documentation of participation and accomplishments

    Required Materials (implied from recipient profiles):

  • Evidence of active participation in club activities

  • Documentation of environmental projects completed

  • Community outreach and advocacy work

  • Leadership roles within the club
  • Selection Criteria:

  • Dedication to the Local Leaders club

  • Commitment to improve school, community, and natural environment

  • Impact of environmental initiatives

  • Community engagement and outreach

  • Leadership demonstration
  • Note: Specific application deadlines and detailed requirements should be obtained by contacting GGI or the school's Local Leaders coordinator.

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    Fields of Work

    educationenvironmental-educationyouth-programs

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