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Community Foundation of Crawford County (CFCC) Youth Philanthropy Council
Contact Information:
Bonita Embry Coots
Executive Director, CFCC
PO 205
Milltown., IN 47145
phone: 812-633-2077
email:BECoots@cf-cc.org
website: www.cf-cc.org
Program Description:
The CFCC Youth Philanthropy Program includes providing educational opportunities to teach/expose youth (K-12) to philanthropy. This is accomplished through direct interaction with youth service organizations (i.e. church groups, in-school and after school programs). Additionally, the CFCC Youth Philanthropy Council provides opportunities for youth to learn how to become grantors by soliciting and awarding local mini grants.
Program Components:
√ Leadership Development
√ Community Service
√ Civic Engagement
√ Develops youth and adult partnerships
√ Fundraising events and activities
√ Service Learning
√ Philanthropy education/training
√ Grantmaking
Encourages personal giving
Annually gives funds for community needs
Community Partner Organizations:
Number of youth involved in the youth philanthropy programs:
Varies according to focus
Number of adults involved in the youth philanthropy programs:
Usually 7-10
If applicable, approximate amount of funds raised annually?
$1,000 to $2,500
If applicable, how are the funds raised each year?
If applicable, how have youth been involved with fundraising?
If applicable, total dollar amount of funds awarded to the community on an annual basis:
If applicable, total dollar amount of endowment:
Updated - 05/07
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