What is the 15 Forever 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
• Increase your opportunities for personal growth
• 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

Applications are due Friday, July 2, 2010.

Application Form in Microsoft Word. Download and fill out.