Youth Advisory Council
What is the Youth Advisory Council (YAC)?
The Keweenaw Community Foundation's Youth Advisory Council is a youth organization that addresses the needs of youth in Houghton and Keweenaw Counties and assists KCF through grantmaking.
Mission Statement
Bridging gaps between Keweenaw communities by engaging youth in philanthropy, community service, and leadership development.
Goals
Engage youth in philanthropy
Engage youth in addressing the needs of local youth
Engage youth in community service
Engage youth in leadership opportunities and skill-building
Volunteer Opportunities
Are you looking for volunteers at your next event? Are you interested in presenting a project or opportunity to the YAC? Contact the YAC advisor with details to learn more about how we can collaborate!
YAC Grantmaking
The Kellogg Youth Endowment Fund was created to engage youth in philanthropy, address the needs of local youth, and support effective community service throughout Houghton and Keweenaw Counties.
With funds available from the Kellogg Youth Endowment Fund, members of YAC participate in youth grantmaking to support youth needs in Houghton and Keweenaw Counties.
YAC members identify youth needs, solicit grant proposals, and make funding recommendations to the Foundation’s Board of Advisors. Over the years, thousands of dollars in grants have been awarded to local programs and projects that serve young people across the region.
Support the YAC Operating Fund
Our Next Generation of Philanthropists
The purpose of the KCF Youth Advisory Council Operations Fund is to have a source of income for our Youth Advisory Council. Funds may be used to allow students to attend leadership development conferences and have the resources necessary to manage the operations of the council and the Kellogg Youth Endowment Fund.
“What makes YAC special for me is the opportunities for involvement within my community. This is done through sharing youth voices and opinions, but also through hands-on involvement, which many local organizations lack. Overall, I think this is a valuable experience that helps youth see the importance of philanthropic work.”
— Callie Knuuttila,YAC President (2024-2026)
Have Questions?
For more information or questions about the Youth Advisory Council, please contact Madelina DiLisi, Director of Programs.