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Hershey Heartwarming Young Heroes GYSD Grant Program 2026

Deadline: Mar 15, 2026
high school | other
partially funded
To Apply

Please visit the application link below to apply.

Opportunity Overview

📝 About the Program

The Hershey Company, in partnership with Youth Service America (YSA), is offering the Hershey Heartwarming Young Heroes Grants to support youth-designed and youth-led projects during Youth Service Month and Global Youth Service Day 2026.

These grants aim to empower young people to lead meaningful service, advocacy, and community-building initiatives that promote empathy, inclusivity, and social connection.

🎁 Benefits

  • Total funding available: $50,000

✅ Eligibility Criteria

Eligible applicants must meet the following criteria:

  • Be young people or youth-led groups proposing a community-based project.
  • Design and lead the project themselves, with adult support as needed.
  • Implement the project in the community where the youth applicant lives.
  • Commit to required orientation, planning, and reporting activities.

📅 Application Date and Process

  • Application Deadline: 15 March, 2026
  • Applicants are encouraged to visit the official application portal to apply.

🌐 Application Portal

For more details, visit the Young Service America Hershey Heartwarming Young Heroes GYSD Grant Program.

This opportunity is a fantastic chance for young leaders to make a difference in their communities while fostering empathy and inclusivity. Don't miss out!

Benefits
  • Total funding available: $50,000
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