The Huron County Community Foundation's Youth Advisory Committee (YAC) is a dynamic group of local high school students, representing the voice of today’s youth living in our county.

The YAC is tasked with reviewing funding requests and recommending grants for programs that benefit area youth. YAC members convene once a month during the school year to engage in grantmaking and to learn about community needs and philanthropy. The committee thrives on the diverse perspectives and experiences that each member brings.

Established in 1997 through a challenge grant from the Michigan Community Foundation Youth Project (MCFYP) funded by the W.K. Kellogg Foundation, the YAC awarded its first grant in 1999, providing $1,000 to Bluewater Youth for Christ's LOFT Program. Since then, the YAC has awarded over $100,000 in grants, and nearly 200 high school students have contributed their time and efforts to the committee. The YAC’s mission is to empower young people, engage them in community involvement, and educate them about philanthropy, all while serving as responsible stewards through their grantmaking activities.

Contact us today to discover how you can participate in YAC.