Young people who care about their communities are increasingly getting involved in philanthropy. Anybody can be a philanthropist, why not us?

By forming youth advisory committees (YACs) within our local community foundations, we come together to raise money, build endowment funds and make grants to local youth projects. We are in our teens and twenties, we have a lot of ideas and energy to bring to the table, and we want to make a difference – today and well into the future.

We are already making a difference in more than 55 communities across Canada, and the momentum is building. Come and find out more about why youth philanthropy is here to stay.

YAC Finder - Locate a YAC in your community

October 26, 2009

Youth grants available for community projects (MS Word)

August 21, 2009

For Girls AND Guys

August 21, 2009

For Girls Only

August 21, 2009

Togliatti YB take part in International project (MS Word)

Joy D., 18
Community Foundation of Ottawa (ON)

What do you feel you're getting out of being involved?

I have learnt a lot about my community and other communities, and the different issues within them. I have met many ethusiastic, dedicated and good-hearted youths from Ottawa.

One big thing that I have learnt about is grantmaking. Now I know the granting process, and what to expect when running a granting program. Thanks to YAC and CFO, I am ready to apply those skills in the coming weeks and make a difference in my community!


	Youth in Philanthropy Canada is a national program of Community Foundations of Canada