Funding Amount

Up to $2,000

Deadline

April 29, 2026

21 days left

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Youth Advisory Council Funding Program

Funder: Columbus Medical Association Foundation

Geographic Scope: Central Ohio

Focus Areas:

  • Health and wellness programs for youth

  • Programs and activities addressing the Council's health funding priorities

  • Youth leadership development in program implementation
  • Eligibility:

  • 501(c)(3) organizations

  • County, state, or federal government agencies

  • Projects/programs MUST target youth in central Ohio

  • Youth leadership in development and implementation strongly encouraged
  • Funding Types:

  • Grants: Limited to maximum of $2,000 for workshops or projects within schools, nonprofits, and/or youth groups

  • Sponsorships: Limited to maximum of $2,000 for community-wide and all-inclusive events
  • What They Do NOT Fund:

  • Individuals

  • Private foundations

  • Religious or political activities

  • Ongoing operating funds

  • Indirect or administrative overhead costs (including staff salaries)

  • Deficits, endowments, or research
  • Requirements for Successful Grantees:

  • Provide appropriate recognition of CMAF's Youth Advisory Council in all publicity
  • Recent Impact:

  • In the first six months of 2025, awarded $12,800 to seven impactful initiatives
  • Contact:

  • Email: youthcouncil@cmafohio.org

  • Mail: Youth Advisory Council Coordinator, 1390 Dublin Road, Columbus, Ohio 43215

  • Phone: 614-240-7410
  • How to Apply

    How to Apply for Council Funding

    1. Complete the application form (Youth Advisory Council Funding Application)
    2. Submit by deadline: 4:30 p.m. on the last Wednesday of each month
    3. Submission methods:
    - Email: youthcouncil@cmafohio.org
    - Mail: Youth Advisory Council Coordinator, 1390 Dublin Road, Columbus, Ohio 43215

    Required Materials:

  • Completed Youth Advisory Council Funding Application

  • Proof of 501(c)(3) status or government agency documentation

  • Project/program description targeting youth in central Ohio

  • Budget information

  • Information about youth leadership involvement

  • Recognition/publicity plan for CMAF Youth Advisory Council
  • Focus Areas & Funding Uses

    Fields of Work

    youth-programshealth-educationnonprofits

    Categories

    Browse similar grants by category

    Related Grants

    Similar grants from this funder and related organizations

    Ready to apply for Youth Advisory Council Funding Program?

    Grantable helps you assess fit, draft narratives, and track deadlines — so you can submit stronger applications, faster.