Apply for Funding through the Youth Advisory Council
Do you have a healthy idea for improving the health and wellness of youth in the community?
Who Can Apply for Funding?
The applicant must be a 501(c)(3) organization (not a private foundation) or be a county/state/or federal government agency.
What are the Council’s Funding Requirements?
The projects/programs MUST target youth and youth health priorities
Material MUST be age appropriate
The CMAF Youth Advisory Council does NOT fund:
Individuals
Private foundations
Religious or political activities
Ongoing operating funds
Indirect or administrative overhead costs (this includes staff salaries)
Deficits, endowments, or research
What are the Council’s Funding Guidelines?
Grants are limited to a maximum of $2,000.00 and are typically for workshops or projects within a school, non-profit, and/or youth group
Youth leadership in the development and implementation of the project is strongly encouraged
Sponsorships are limited to a maximum of $2,000.00 and must be for community-wide and all-inclusive events
All successful grantees must provide appropriate recognition and include the use of Youth Advisory Council logos in all publicity and at event locations.
For a full list of 2022 the Council’s grantees, click here.
How to Apply for Council Funding
The deadline to receive grants is the last Wednesday of each month. Grants are due to the CMA Foundation offices by 4:30 pm (postmarks are not accepted).
Complete an application
Applications can be sent via any of the following methods:
- E-mail: ewomack@columbusmedicalassociation.org
- Fax: 614.240.7410
- Mail: Erica Womack Ph.D
Youth Advisory Council Program Coordinator
1390 Dublin Road
Columbus, Ohio 43215