Young people are a part of the legacy of social, environmental and economic well being for the Columbia Basin. Because of this, Columbia Basin Trust (CBT) has been taking an active role in developing opportunities for young people in the Basin. We do this through investing in projects and ideas brought forth by young people 15-29 years old. We have a variety of programs and initiatives through which we encourage youth engagement. Our goals include:
EMPLOYMENT & ENTREPRENEURSHIP
CBT will enhance employment and entrepreneurial opportunities for youth.
ENGAGEMENT
CBT will support youth engagement.
LEADERSHIP
CBT will support development of youth leadership.
Youth Advisory Committee
The Youth Advisory Committee (or YACers as we call them) is a group of involved, inspired, creative youth from around the Columbia Basin who are interested in making a difference in their communities. If you are interested in becoming a YACer (Committee Member), read the backgrounder and fill out the application form.
Applying to be part of the Youth Advisory Committee (YAC) really couldn't be easier. We are nice people and the interview process is fun. As a YACer you could be involved in any number of projects, from cultural events and youth forums, to special projects and website moderating. Another key part of the commitment to the CBT YAC, is that members of the committee are those who evaluate our Columbia Basin Youth Grants.
Community-Directed Youth Funds (CDYF) will increase local activities, opportunities and/or services for youth ages 12 to 19. CDYF will commit $100,000 to communities and their catchment areas over a four-year period (normally $25,000 per year) specifically to enhance local opportunities and/or services targeted at youth.
Please click here for CDYF Guidelines
Please click here for CDYF Expression of Interest Application
Scratchonline is a web forum for youth in the Columbia Basin to share their artwork, photography, writing, and ideas with each other. Submissions to Scratchonline can be submitted for a chance to be featured in Scratch Magazine by checking the "Yes!" box with each submission.
For more information about how the CBT works with youth, please visit ScratchOnline, our youth-specific site.
Columbia Basin Youth Grants (CBYG) is a funding program, with both large and small grants, that supports ideas coming from Basin youth that benefit Basin youth. The program supports projects that build youth capacity and leadership and involve youth at all stages of their development. Proponent support for applicants is provided during the application process.
Please click here to read the Columbia Basin Youth Grants guidelines.
Please click here to read the Columbia Basin Youth Grants application.