Yaga's Children's Fund Grant

Yaga's Children's Fund is dedicated to fostering the development of children in Galveston County through annual grants. Established in 2002, this non-profit organization has allocated over $2 million to local charities. The fund supports projects that enhance children's moral, psychological, intellectual, vocational, and physical growth. Preference is given to Galveston County organizations, while grants are not available for individuals or administrative costs. The Wild Game BBQ-Cook Off is their signature event each spring.

The mission of YCF is to support the moral, psychological, intellectual, vocational, and physical development of children in Galveston County through yearly grants.
Yaga’s Children’s Fund started as a cook-off in 1997 with the intention of creating a family oriented two-day event in the downtown district. The event grew year by year and in 2002, 22 teams participated with an overall attendance greater than 3,000, generating $20,000 towards charitable donations. That year YCF was officially formed and became a non-profit 501(c)(3).
Throughout the 28 years of the event and entering it’s 29th, YCF has allocated over 2 million dollars to Galveston County charities. The YCF board works year round to review grant applications, spread awareness, raise money, and plan our premier event The Wild Game BBQ-Cook off every Spring!

Eligibility

Eligible applicants are Not-for-profit qualified charitable organizations 501 (c) (3)ELIGIBLE PROJECTS Projects must clearly support the moral, psychological, intellectual, vocational, and physical development of children.The awards must fund programs that directly benefit children.

Ineligibility

YCF does not make grants to individualsThe award cannot pay for salaries or administration.