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2026 Youth Advisory Committee Application

Applications for the 2026-27 Youth Advisory Committee are now open!


The Youth Advisory Committee (YAC) brings together 20-25 students from across Emmet County in grades 8-12. Students entering grades 8 through 11 in the 2026-27 school year are encouraged to apply. 

YAC empowers young people to serve as decision-makers and leaders in their community. Members promote positive youth development while gaining hands-on experience in philanthropy and volunteerism. As advisors to the Fund for Youth, YAC participants review grant applications twice each year and recommend funding awards that support programs benefiting local young people and families.

Throughout the school year, members also participate in meaningful service projects and have opportunities to connect with youth leaders across the state through the Council of Michigan Foundations.  

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The YAC promotes philanthropy and active citizenship, in addition to representing youth in Emmet County. YAC participants act as advisors to the Fund for Youth and twice per year review grant applications and recommend grant awards that benefit young people and families in Emmet County.

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The YAC meets once per month on Sunday afternoon in Petoskey and twice per school year for a full school day. YAC also volunteers at least twice per year outside of school hours and/or weekends. Our attendance policy allows two absences.

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