Youth In Philanthropy

Youth Action Council

One of our Youth in Philanthropy programs, the Youth Action Council (YAC), began in September 2007. The Youth Action Council will bring together a diverse group of youth from several towns in the MetroWest area. YAC will train youth on nonprofit organizations, the needs in the community, and how to effectively distribute $10,000 in grant funds to local nonprofits.

We are currently accepting applications for youth interested in joining this exciting new program in the Fall of 2008! To apply, download an application.
For more information, please click here.

Questions? Contact Jennifer Ubaldino at jubaldino@ccfdn.org

As the region’s community foundation, Crossroads is interested in promoting and supporting local philanthropy in a variety of ways. Our most innovative effort to date is the Youth In Philanthropy (YIP) program.

Crossroads partners with local schools and community groups to train and convene youth grantmaking committees who advise all of our grantmaking to youth and children’s organizations.

The Power of the Program

Crossroads’ grantmaking to children’s organizations is strengthened with the youth perspective
The next generation of philanthropists is empowered with invaluable skills and knowledge
Youth participants mature as leaders and develop a deep understanding of philanthropy, grantmaking, and community needs

How Does it Work?
Crossroads Community Foundation partners with a school or community group which designates a site coordinator to assist the program. Our staff provides training for the students, and we coordinate the grantmaking process so that students review well organized proposals. The students are then empowered with the grantmaking decisions under the oversight of Crossroads’ Distribution Committee and Board of Trustees.

Grants Which Have Been Funded in the Past.
Click here for a list of Youth in Philanthropy grants which have been funded between 2005 and 2007.

Can I start a Youth In Philanthropy Program in my School?
If your school or community group is interested, email info@ccfdn.org or call 508-647-2260 to set up a meeting and learn about how to begin a Youth In Philanthropy program.