15 Forever 2008-2009 Application Submission EXTENSION!! Please pass on to youth leaders!

15 Forever Youth Leader 2008-2009 Application 15 Forever is The Community Foundation’s Youth Civic Engagement, Leadership, and Grantmaking Program. The 15 Forever Program is a youth civic engagement, leadership, and grantmaking program of The Community Foundation. The intention of 15 Forever is to address the needs and concerns of Boulder County youth from a youth perspective. Each year 15 Forever will grant $15,000 in grants to programs focused on the youth of Boulder County. As a 15 Forever Youth Leader, you will . . . * Gain direct volunteer and philanthropic experience in the community * Partner with students from different schools to make a difference * Develop leadership skills * Learn about youth needs and assets in your community * Make decisions about grants for youth projects * Work with community members and show them that youth are a community resource * Be open to opportunities for personal growth - thinking about your role as a leader now and forever * Have fun As a 15 Forever Youth Leader, you must . . . * Be 15-18 years old * Be a Boulder County resident * Have a desire to make a positive impact * Commit at least one year of your time and attend regularly scheduled meetings * 5 regular meetings per semester * One full-day retreat in September * Occasional sub-committee meetings after school and/or on week-ends * Have a willingness to work collectively and be open to learning * Previous leadership experience not required In partnership with 15 Forever Youth Leader 2008-2009 Application Application Deadline: Tuesday, May 5, 2008 at 5pm Name_____________________________________________________________________________ Address (with zip code)_______________________________________________________________ E-mail Address: ____________________________________________ Age______ Cell Phone _________________ Home phone__________________ Birth date __________ Name of school (if any) you’ll attend 2008-2009 year: __________________ Grade 2008-2009: ____ Recommendation: You are strongly encouraged (not required) to include a recommendation from another youth with your application. Ask a peer who knows you well to write a letter, as described in the attached form. You can submit the letter with your application, or the person writing it can send it in separately. If you would like to add a statement from an adult, you may do that as well – but in that case, make sure you also have one from another student. Please be specific as you answer these questions. 1. Why do you want to be a 15 Forever Youth Leader? 2. What issues or problems do you think youth face in Boulder County? What do you think can be done about these issues or problems? 3. What are you passionate about? What do you like to do in your free time? 4. What is something cool about you? 5. What specific activities do you plan to be involved in during the 2008-2009 year? When do they take place? 6. What specific qualities or perspectives would you bring to the group? How? -------------- Please read and sign the following, and ask your parent or guardian to also. --------------- I understand that if I become a member of the 15 Forever Youth Leaders Program, I would be responsible for participating 6-10 hours per month from September 2008- May 2009. This includes a full-day retreat in September and regular business meetings. Additional commitments include periodic after-school, evening, or weekend meetings and events. ____________________________________ _______________________________________ Applicant Signature & Date Parent/Guardian Signature & Date -------------------------------------------------------------- Return to: Carly Hare, Director of Programs The Community Foundation 1123 Spruce St. Phone: 303-442-0436 Fax: 303-442-1221 Boulder, CO 80302 E-mail: carly@commfound.org Note: If you e-mail your application, you will need to print it & bring a signed paper copy (by both you and your parent/guardian) to your interview. DEADLINE: Tuesday, May 5, at 5:00 pm ...DON’T BE LATE!!!! 15 Forever Youth Leader 2008-2009 Application Recommendation Form To the applicant: Fill out this form and give it to a fellow student, school counselor, program leader or another individual who knows you well. Recommendations are due by May 5, 2008. You must have one recommendation from another student. A recommendation from an adult is optional. Applicant Name: __________________________________________________________ To the recommender: The 15 Forever Program is a youth civic engagement, leadership, and grantmaking program of The Community Foundation. The intention of 15 Forever is to address the needs and concerns of Boulder County youth from a youth perspective. Each year 15 Forever will grant $15,000 in grants to programs focused on the youth of Boulder County. The applicant named above has chosen you to write a letter of recommendation on his or her behalf. On another sheet of paper, with this form attached, please explain the following: * your relationship to the applicant; * highlight his/her potential or realized leadership skills and experience; and * characterize his/her commitment to community. Please mail, email, or fax your recommendation letter to the contact listed at the bottom of this page by May 5, 2008. The Community Foundation • Attn: Carly Hare • 1123 Spruce Street • Boulder, CO 80302 • carly@commfound.org • 303-442-1221 fax Thank you for your time and comments. Name of Reference: __________________________________________________________ Relationship to Applicant:____________________________________________________ Signature: __________________________________________ Date: ____________ 15 Forever Youth Leader 2008-2009 Application 15 Forever Schedule May 5, 2008 Youth Leader Application Deadline May 15, 2008 Notification of Selection of Youth Leaders 08-09 September 13, 2008 15 Forever Retreat 10:00 am- 6:00 pm September 27, 2008 15 Forever Meeting 10:00 am- 1:00pm October 11, 2008 15 Forever Meeting 10:00 am- 1:00pm October 25, 2008 15 Forever Meeting 10:00 am- 1:00pm November 9, 2008 15 Forever Meeting 10:00 am- 1:00pm February 7, 2008 15 Forever Meeting 10:00 am- 1:00pm February 21, 2008 15 Forever Meeting 10:00 am- 1:00pm March 7, 2008 15 Forever Meeting 10:00 am- 1:00pm April 4, 2008 15 Forever Meeting 10:00 am- 1:00pm April 18, 2008 15 Forever Meeting 10:00 am- 3:00 pm