Submitted by Ben on Mon, 07/23/2018 - 11:01 1 Start 2 Application 3 Complete Application Requirements The project must be led by young people between the ages of 13-25. The project must be led by people directly impacted by the issue(s) - particularly Black, Muslim, immigrant, and/or LGBTQ youth. The applicant should request no more than $1000. The application must demonstrate that the project will empower young people with the skills and resources to engage with one or more critical issues in the state. Note: This fund cannot be used for activities that endorse electoral candidates or promote engagement in direct lobbying of elected officials for legislative changes. All proposals must be 501c3 compliant. Application Priorities Priority to rapid response efforts that tackles issues relevant to young people. Rapid Response: responding to a new incident of hate, violence, or regressive policy in our schools, communities, and/or workplaces. Priority will be given to groups with limited access to traditional non-profit funding streams. Respond yes or no to the following statements to verify that your application fits the requirements of the Carolina Youth Power Fund. 1. I am seeking funding for an event or project that furthers one or more of the CYPF Goals: * a) Increases youth leadership development b) Engages young people around a social justice or community issue c) Implements voter engagement infrastructure on campuses d) Fosters access to the skills and tools for voter engagement e) Hosts strategic reflection spaces Yes No 2. The CYPF Advisory Board will consider Mini-Grant applications for up to $1000. Grants exceeding $1000 will not be awarded. I am requesting funding for an amount of $1000 or less. * Yes No 3. Applications for funds should be submitted in the name of a project or organization. I understand that if my grant application is approved, funds will be disbursed to the named organization or group. Funds will not be disbursed to individuals. * Yes No Funds will not be disbursed to individuals. 4. My proposal engages 13-25-year-olds AND I'm based in the U.S. South * Yes No 5. Only 501(c)3 compliant activities will be funded. I understand that requests for funds for activities that endorse electoral candidates or promote engagement in direct lobbying of elected officials for legislative changes will not be considered. * Yes No 6. How did you hear about the Carolina Youth Power Fund? Online Event Word of mouth Flyer Social media Listserv or email Please tell us the name of the person, organization, or event through which you heard about the CYPF grant? (This information will be used to improve outreach and will not impact the CYPF Advisory Board’s decision regarding your application.) Next Page >
