YAC Youth Mental Health Grant

YAC Youth Mental Health Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Jackson Community Foundation
Amount: Up to US $3,000
Last Updated: December 19, 2025

Summary

The YAC Youth Mental Health Grant, administered by the Jackson Community Foundation, aims to address critical youth mental health issues identified by over 800 local high school students. With a focus on impactful projects, this grant supports 501(c)3 nonprofits, school districts, churches, and government units dedicated to enhancing mental health resources for youth in Jackson County, Michigan. By prioritizing these initiatives, the grant seeks to foster a healthier community for young residents.

Overview

The Youth Advisory Committee (YAC) is a youth-focused and youth-administered grant committee within the Jackson Community Foundation (JCF). Over 800 local high school students completed the YAC Needs Assessment survey. The results clearly indicated that youth mental health concerns are a significant issue for the youth of Jackson County. Based on these findings, YAC will conduct a grant round focusing only on youth mental health projects.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Eligible Applicants: 501(c)3 nonprofit organizations, school districts, churches and units of government impacting youth mental health in Jackson County, Michigan.