Youth Civic Council Allocates $250,000 in Participatory Grants to Teen Projects
High school leaders review peer proposals and fund community gardens, skatepark repairs, and digital mental health apps.
Maya Lin
Oct 27, 2026•3 min read
Story Key Highlights
- $250,000 allocated by teen vote
- 14 grassroots projects funded
- 1,800 youth cast ballots across high schools
Demonstrating the power of participatory budgeting, the 15-member Youth Civic Council has funded 14 youth-designed neighborhood projects.
Projects funded include an open-access podcasting studio, after-school tutor stipends, and community garden irrigation systems.
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