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United Way of Tompkins County’s 2026 Youth and Philanthropy (YAP) grant cycle is now open! This program empowers local 10th-, 11th-, and 12th-graders to engage in their community and learn about philanthropy. Students act as grant reviewers, evaluating community needs and distributing $25,000 yearly to organizations that meet those needs. Over the course of the program, they develop skills in consensus building, critical thinking, community assessment, and interview techniques.
Registration
We believe that everyone can be a philanthropist. We are seeking a diverse group of participants with different passions, backgrounds, and skills to help make a difference in our community. Our staff and volunteers are excited to help students gain the tools and insights they need to be the next generation of changemakers!
Program date and the registration form can be found at uwtc.org/youth-programming/.
Please register by Monday, October 19, 2026.
Questions? Contact UWTC Director of Community Impact Rebekah Hinton.
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