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The Fund’s goal is to encourage educational programs that help young people improve their lives and reduce suffering. We seek primarily to support programs that are innovative in nature.
This Initiative springs from ProSchools commitment to being a kind and generous corporate citizen. We operate the Youth Development Fund with two primary thoughts in mind:
- To whom much is given, much is expected
- Education and training opens doors and creates opportunity
 ProSchools seeks to fund and encourage small projects that provide education and training to young people who would not otherwise receive this kind of service. Training in personal development, art, theatre, job skills, entrepreneurship, self-sufficiency, creative thinking, and accountability are, to name a few, acceptable projects. Also, projects that help provide a “missing ingredient” in a current educational program are of interest. ProSchools has always encouraged innovation and experimentation in education.
An applicant must be a 501(c) 3 organization and provide
a copy of its determination letter prior to funding.
Click here for application information.
The following are projects or organizations that are typically not funded:
- Public and private schools (however, projects operated by private non-profits that work with schools in an innovative manner are encouraged to apply)
- Most capital expenses, endowments, general fundraising
- Direct support for individuals
- Athletic teams or student activities
- Programs providing health services, day care, legal services, or services for adults, although programs for young adults are acceptable.
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