Organizations wishing to apply for funding from the Youth Philanthropy Initiative, in any amount up to $2,000, may apply through Monday, Jan. 9, 2017. Last year YPI members awarded nearly $20,000 in charitable support to organizations providing services to Knox County youth, from 0 to age 18.
The application can be downloaded in PDF format under the “Youth Philanthropy Initiative” tab on Foundation’s website: http://mvkcfoundation.org/ypi-grant-application/
The Youth Philanthropy Initiative is composed of students representing all Knox County High Schools, who are dedicated to learning the skills associated with operating and funding non-profit organizations. Its grant making efforts are totally student-driven and distinct from the unrestricted grant program of the board of directors of the Community Foundation of Mount Vernon & Knox County. Therefore, it is not unusual for projects to be funded by both programs.
For additional information about the YPI grant program, please contact Lisa Behr, Program Manager, Community Foundation of Mount Vernon & Knox County at 740-326-4297 or by email at lbehr@mvkcfoundation.org.