Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA)
Funding Amount
$375 per student (paid by Rotary Clubs) + $25 application fee (typically paid by student)
Deadline
May 15, 2026
36 days left
Grant Type
foundation
Overview
Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA)
Program Type: Youth leadership development weekend experience
Geographic Scope: Rotary District 7930 (Massachusetts and Southern New Hampshire)
Target Audience: Sophomores and juniors in high school
Program Dates: May 15-17, 2026 at Camp Rotary
Overview
RYLA is a life-changing, transformative weekend experience where students learn life and leadership skills while making connections with peers from across the district.- Sophomores and juniors in high school
- Nominated and sponsored by Rotary Clubs within District 7930
- Rotary Clubs are responsible for finding interested students and reviewing applications from students in their town
Eligibility
- Student Fee: $25 application fee (typically paid by the student)
- Club Sponsorship: $375 per student (paid by Rotary Clubs)
Program Cost
- Life skills development
- Leadership skills training
- Peer networking and friendship building
Program Focus
- Christina Harris: 978.270.6706; Christina@PartnerWithChoice.com
- Lexi Kantor: 914.588.7035; lexi.kantor@gmail.com
- Email for Speaker Arrangements: lexi.kantor@gmail.com
Contact Information
Additional Support
RYLA is a self-funded program. Clubs can support the program beyond sponsoring individual students through various means (see sponsorship flyer for details).How to Apply
Application Process
Application Status: Application is now live
How to Apply:
1. Access the RYLA 2026 application through the District 7930 Linktree
2. Students submit application through their sponsoring Rotary Club
3. Rotary Clubs review applications from students in their town
4. Pay $25 application fee (typically paid by student)
5. If accepted, Rotary Club pays $375 sponsorship fee per student
Application Materials:
Specific required materials not detailed in provided text; refer to application link for complete requirements.
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