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YOUTH LEADERSHIP

MFi’s Youth Leader Program gives Medfield High School students the opportunity to practice philanthropy and volunteerism while gaining leadership experience in the process.

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The Youth Leaders work through the fall on Angel Run. From strategic marketing and promotion, to event logistics and details, the Youth Leaders are an integral part of all aspects of the planning and execution of a successful Angel Run. In the spring, the Youth Leaders are tasked with granting a portion of Angel Run funds to Medfield based causes. This enables the Youth Leaders to build on their fund raising work and learn first hand about philanthropy and running a successful grant process.


The Youth Leader Program accepts applications annually through June 15 to join the program for the following September.


All applicants must:​
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  • be a resident of the Town of Medfield
     

  • be a rising freshman
     

  • complete the Youth Leader application
     

  • provide one reference from a school or community member
     

  • be able to attend meetings at Medfield High School from 7-7:30 a.m. a few times a month (Failure to attend meetings without a valid excuse will result in dismissal from the program)
     

  • agree to a minimum of a two-year commitment and at least 20 hours of community service hours per year, with at least 5 hours in the spring not related to the Angel Run
     

  • be available to volunteer the day of the Angel Run, usually the first Sunday of December
     

If you have questions about the Youth Leadership Program, please contact us at the link below and select "Youth Leadership" from the drop-down menu.

YOUTH LEADERSHIP

GRANT PROGRAM

Just as the MFi Legacy Fund provides annual support for community projects through a competitive grant process called Pitch It!, the MFi Youth Leadership Program is also excited to award $1,000 in grant funding raised this past fall through the MFi Youth Leadership Grant Program.

The Youth Leadership Grant Program is our call for ideas that will enrich the lives of those who call Medfield home. We have up to $1,000 in funding to award, which may be awarded in full or divided among multiple recipients.

Have an idea that will benefit Medfield?​

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Deadline: April 30th

Comments: 5/1 – 5/22
MFi Youth Leaders will reach out with questions

Vote 5/23
MFi Youth Leaders will present & vote on winner(s)

Funding    5/30
Applicant(s) notified of funding decisions​

FAQ’s

 

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How do I know if my organization is eligible?

 

Initial criteria for participation include:

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  • Programming that wholly or predominantly serves Medfield residents;
     

  • Compelling current need for the funding; and
     

  • Possibly an opportunity to leverage the funds in some material way.

Are there priority areas or tracks of interest?

 

While we have an open invitation for ideas, some areas of particular interest are:

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  • Youth. Keeping our youth engaged within our community
     

  • Seniors. Ensuring that our senior citizens remain active in town life
     

  • Community. Fostering a strong sense of community among all Medfield residents
     

  • Culture. Extending the rich cultural offerings of Medfield to every resident
     

  • Diversity. Encouraging generosity, tolerance and an appreciation of diversity
     

  • Environment. Preserving and enhancing our natural resources
     

  • Character. Maintaining the character of the community
     

  • Access. Improving access to needed resources and services
     

  • The Unknown. Anticipating and addressing unforeseen major issues facing our town in the future

How do I submit the application form?

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  • You can complete and submit the online application form at the link below.



     

  • If you have additional materials you feel would be helpful to your application, please email us (by clicking "Contact" below) when you submit your application.

Are there resources that we can reference about how to submit a grant idea?

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Yes! We’ve included a few resources below.

Ahearn, Amy. (2017, April 18). Adam Grant on Pitching Your World-Changing Idea.

Levine, Ruth. (2014, October 17). Friday Note: Pitch Persuasive, or How to (Maybe) Get a Grant. 

Example forms including instructions and budget details are available from Philanthropy Massachusetts. You are encouraged to use any form that might supplement your request.

If you have any questions about the Youth Leadership Grant Program, please don’t hesitate to contact us by clicking "Contact" below.

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