Youth Climate Action Fund

Empower Youth, Energize Change: Join the Movement for a Sustainable Future

Are you aged 15 to 24 years old? Want to make a difference in the West Palm Beach community? Are you ready to take action on climate change and help the environment? If so, the Youth Climate Action Fund (YCAF) Micro-Grant Program is for you!

Learn more about the program below, including how to apply. If you have questions, please email YouthClimateAction@wpb.org. 

Key Deadlines 

  • Online Applications Due: August 21, 2024
  • Fund Distribution: August & September 2024

Vision:

The YCAF aims to empower young people to design, implement, and govern climate solutions, fostering a more sustainable future.

Goal:

The goal of the YCAF is to activate youth-led initiatives and address urgent climate challenges in West Palm Beach. All projects must fit within the goals of (PDF, 28MB)West Palm Beach’s Sustainability Action Plan(PDF, 28MB) .

Eligibility:

Open to applicants between the ages of 15-24 years old who reside in, or whose initiatives directly benefit, the City of West Palm Beach.

Award Size:

Successful applicants will receive a micro-grant, distributed to their sponsor organization, ranging from $1,000 - $5,000 to fund their projects.

How to Apply: 

Complete the online application which will identify: project advisor, project description, timeline, budget, Sustainability Action Plan alignment, and supporting documents.

Online applications will be due August 21, 2024.

The YCAF Selection Committee will review applications and select the winning applicants Late July/Early August 2024 with funds being distributed to awardees in August/September 2024.

What is the Youth Climate Action Fund?

The YCAF is a new opportunity to fund creative and innovative ideas to tackle climate change at the local level. This funding is made possible through a grant from Bloomberg Philanthropies. Through the YCAF, youth-led and youth-serving organizations and groups can receive up to $5,000 to support actions that focus on environmental change issues in our community.

What kind of projects are eligible to be funded?

This program can fund any youth-led (15-24 years of age) project that is focused on sustainability and climate change that directly benefits West Palm Beach. Example projects can include school community gardens, waste collection programs, road/waterway clean-ups, renewable energy projects, tree plantings, energy efficiency projects, sustainable transportation projects, etc. Additionally, projects could also include hosting events or organizing online or in-person activities. The list is endless! Be creative!

What can the funds be used for in the project?

Funds may be used to cover all project related expenses such as materials, equipment, and community outreach activities.

When should my project start?

Your project should commence once you receive the funds, sometime in August or September of 2024. Project must conclude no later than December 2024. (Projects can be single events or can run the entire period of funding August – December).

What information will I need to provide in the online application?

If selected, the online application will request that you provide some additional information, such as: 

  • Project Advisor: Must be 18 years or older and associated with an organization such as a school or university, a 501c3 organization, Limited Liability Company (LLC), or other similar organization. 
  • Project Description: A brief overview of the proposed project, including its objectives, beneficiaries, and anticipated outcomes.
  • Timeline: Indicating key milestones and the expected duration of the project. All projects must be completed by December 2024.
  • Budget: Detail the anticipated expenses associated with the project (fund requests can range from $1,000 - $5,000).
  • Supporting Documents: Materials that can strengthen you application including but not limited to budget outline and letters of support.
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