Youth Initiatives Update

October 13 2011

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Right on the Money: Working with Local Homeless Education Liaisons to Raise More Money for Homeless Students

Consider teaming up with your local McKinney-Vento homeless education liaison to raise money and champion homeless youth in your area. read more>>


Primary Sources: Guide to Effectively Serving LGBTQ Youth

This guide from Child Welfare League of America provides youth workers with practical advice on meeting the needs of LGBTQ youth. read more>>


NCFY Recommends: A Health Care Transition Guide for Young Adults
"When You're 18" contains information to help young adults understand what it means to be legally in charge of their health care and how to stay healthy as they grow into adulthood. read more>>

Spruce Up Your Space and Send a Positive Message

Order free posters designed especially for youth shelters. read more>>

FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES

Due Date: October 21, 2011

The National Youth Leadership Council is seeking applications for its Youth Leadership for Service-Learning Excellence Award, which recognizes K-12 service-learning programs and projects that demonstrate outstanding youth leadership and have a sustainable impact on the participants and the broader community. One winner will receive $1,000 to support the program, along with travel, lodging, and registration for the National Service-Learning Conference in Minneapolis, Minn., April 11-14, 2012. read more>>

 

Due Date: November 1, 2011

The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards invites entries from middle and high school students across the country who have helped to improve their communities through volunteer activities. The award recognizes young people who have made a positive difference in their towns and neighborhoods. Applicants have a chance to win a cash prize, a trip to Washington, DC, and a chance to inspire other young people to get involved in volunteering. Find more information and apply here. read more>>

 

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