Youth Advisory Committee Eligibility Criteria

The Luzerne Foundation is now accepting online applications for the 2026-2027 Youth Advisory Committee (YAC) session. YAC is a two-year leadership and philanthropy program open to rising 10th and 11th grade students who are passionate about making a difference in their communities.

  • Applicants should have a genuine interest in community service, leadership development, and philanthropy.
  • Selected students will be expected to actively engage with the community through volunteer service opportunities, collaborate with peers, and participate in meetings and discussions with community and business leaders.
  • Members should demonstrate a willingness to participate in fundraising activities while learning the principles and practices of effective grantmaking, charitable giving, and community philanthropy.
  • Ideal candidates are enthusiastic, dependable, open to learning, and committed to making a positive impact in the Greater Luzerne County community.

Please note that a limited number of spots are available for the 2026 – 2027 YAC Session, and this is expected to be a highly competitive application year. The selection process will take place in two phases: students must first submit the online application for review, and selected applicants will then be invited to participate in an interview for final consideration into the YAC program.

APPLICATION DUE DATE IS FRIDAY, JULY 10, 2026

    YOUR PERSONAL INFORMATION:

    PARENT(S) (Or other adults to contact or keep informed):

    SCHOOL EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES (Please include what role you performed):

    COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES (Please include what role you performed):

    PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS: Please rate yourself by circling the number you feel best represents you. 5 is the highest or very strong and 1 is the lowest or very weak.

    Ability to Communicate:

    Dedication:

    Service to the Community:

    Willingness to Learn:

    Open to New Ideas:

    Sense of Humor:

    Ability to Work with Others:

    Describe a time or event where you have shown leadership, teamwork or community service in your school,
    church, clubs, family, etc.

    How did you hear about YAC?

    Why are you interested in YAC?

    How much of a commitment can you make to YAC (meetings, activities, etc.)?

    What passions do you have for the issues in the area?

    If you had one word to describe yourself, what would that word be?

    Do you have any allergies, food or otherwise?

    Please tell us about a few of your favorites, so we can learn more about you:

    APPLICATION DUE DATE IS FRIDAY, JULY 10, 2026

    If you have any questions about YAC or this application, please call 570-822-2065 or email info@luzernefoundation.org

    Thank you for your interest in the Youth Advisory Committee (YAC) of The Luzerne Foundation.