2023-24 was the 15th year of Youth Engaged in Philanthropy (YEP). The year came to a close in May, with $17,177 in youth impact grants awarded to 13 local nonprofits. Additional highlights included the awarding of the YEP Changemakers Scholarship and the distribution of $5,000 in proactive grants to address youth mental health.
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As a committee of the DeKalb County Community Foundation, Youth Engaged in Philanthropy (YEP) is open to all high school students in DeKalb County, IL. Through monthly meetings and volunteer opportunities, YEP builds leadership, communication, social, and analytical skills. Members are familiarized with nonprofits, build an understanding of philanthropy, and are introduced to grantmaking. A large portion of the year is spent on grantmaking (YEP Grants) where members learn to analyze grant applications, conduct site visits, and identify the potential impact on other youth in DeKalb County. In April the committee allocates available dollars into the community for a variety of youth serving programs and projects.
Learn more at dekalbccf.org/yep