How much funding does Washington Youth Tour provide?

The listing does not state a funding amount. Check the funder's announcement for specifics.

When is the deadline for Washington Youth Tour?

The funder has not published a deadline for this grant.

Who is eligible for Washington Youth Tour?

Eligible applicants: High school students (grades 9-12 implied by application form); Living within or attending school in GCEC service territory.

How often is Washington Youth Tour offered?

Washington Youth Tour runs on an annual cycle.

Washington Youth Tour

Graham County Electric Cooperative Foundation Inc

Foundation Annual Grants for Youth Programs Grants for Education

Funding Amount

Not stated

Deadline

Deadline not published

Grant Type

Foundation

Deadline history & next window

Cycle: Annual
Tracked since: April 2026

Source: the cycle recorded on this listing. Confirm dates with the funder.

Can we apply?

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Eligible organizations

High school students (grades 9-12 implied by application form)
Living within or attending school in GCEC service territory

Other requirements

Background: The Washington Youth Tour is an annual educational program sponsored by the cooperative to provide youth with an opportunity to visit Washington, D.C. and learn about the cooperative movement and energy policy.
What is Funded: All-expense paid trip to Washington, D.C. for selected youth participants

Overview

Program Type: Educational youth opportunity/tour program

Geographic Scope: Graham County Electric Cooperative service territories in Arizona

Eligibility Requirements:

High school students (grades 9-12 implied by application form)
Living within or attending school in GCEC service territory

Background: The Washington Youth Tour is an annual educational program sponsored by the cooperative to provide youth with an opportunity to visit Washington, D.C. and learn about the cooperative movement and energy policy.

What is Funded: All-expense paid trip to Washington, D.C. for selected youth participants

How to Apply

Application Process

Required Materials:

Completed Washington Youth Tour Application form (available online)
Student information: name, email, phone, home address, grade level, mailing address
Parent/Guardian information: name(s)
Essay submission

Essay Requirement:

Applicants must submit an essay as part of the application
Essay can be submitted with the online form or separately
Maximum file size for upload: 500 MB

Application Submission:

Submit online form at: https://www.gce.coop/community/washington-youth-tour/washington-youth-tour-application/
Include essay with application or indicate if already submitted separately

Selection Criteria: Selection based on essay quality and application materials (specific criteria not detailed in provided content)

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What Graham County Electric Cooperative Foundation Inc actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2023 — the most recent filing with itemized grants

Grants in 2023: 2
Total given: $21K
Median grant: $11K
Range: $6,050–$15K

By dollars: Arizona 100%. Top recipient cities: Thatcher, AZ; Safford, AZ.

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