What
Youth as Resources (YAR) is a national service program focused on youth and adults to
unite in an environment of mutual trust and respect, to identify and satisfy needs within their
community.

"Bringing the community together, one piece at a time."

How
Youth as Resources is composed of a youth-
led Governing Board with adults serving as
advisors and facilitators. The YAR Board meets
regularly to screen various service projects wit-
hin the community. Pending approval by the
Board, grants are awarded to partially fund these projects. The YAR Board also helps plan,
implement, and celebrate the successful completion of service projects.

To become a member of the YAR Board, please complete this application and
contact Jennifer White for the next meeting date!

Who
Grant recipients can include youth organizations, schools, religious organizations,
community/neighborhood centers, correctional facilities, crisis centers, scout groups, and
more. Many different kinds of projects are eligible for YAR funds and support.

The following are general criteria for approved projects:
  • Youth authored and youth-led
  • Involve both  youth and adults
  • Impacts the community in an important way
  • Provides maximum service for minimum service for minimum cost
  • Teaches youth both the long and short term values of service to the community

In addition to funding and guiding youth-led service initiatives, YAR will organize fun events
for Montgomery County youth, become a liaison to local government, and fulfill other unique
community needs.

To get a project funded by the YAR Board, please complete this YAR Grant
Application and contact Jennifer White at 362-0694 ext 18 to set up your
presentation.
y o u t h   s e r v i c e   b u r e a u

209 East Pike Street * Crawfordsville, IN 47933 * Phone (765) 362-0694 * Fax (765) 362-5719