Youth Advisory Group (YAG) Community Grants
Funding Amount
$500 - $2,500
Deadline
April 15, 2026
7 days left
Grant Type
foundation
Overview
Youth Advisory Group (YAG) Community Grants
Overview: A collaboration between The Guilford Foundation and the GHS Interact Club designed to empower the next generation of philanthropists. Students manage the entire grantmaking process, including soliciting applications, reviewing proposals, and recommending awards.
Geographic Scope: Guilford, Connecticut and surrounding community
Award Amount: Community grants typically range from $500 - $2,500
Total Funding: YAG distributes more than $15,000 in grant funding annually
Program Goals:
Eligibility:
How It Works:
Additional Funding: YAG also distributes Guilford Institute funds for GHS-specific programs that fall outside the school budget
Launch Date: Program launched in 2010
Contact:
How to Apply
How to Apply
1. Access Online Grant Portal: Visit guilfordfoundation.org to access the online application system for YAG grants
2. Review YAG Guidelines: Portal contains guidelines and information specific to YAG grants
3. Complete Application: Submit application through the online portal
4. Submit by Deadline: Mid-April deadline
5. Await Decision: Grant recipients announced in June
- Application deadline: Mid-April
- Award announcements: June
Timeline
- Separate application process for GHS-specific programs
- Download the Guilford Institute Application from the website
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