Philanthropy Tank is looking for its next class of Palm Beach County “CHANGEmakers.” The nonprofit is dedicated to empowering and inspiring students by challenging and equipping them to implement sustainable solutions to problems impacting the community. Philanthropy Tank provides mentoring, resources and funding support to launch their social impact programs. Students in grades 8 through 11 who live or attend school in Palm Beach County are invited to apply for mentorship and funding for their student-led community impact programs at www.philanthropytank.org.
Programs must directly address a social issue within Palm Beach County. Teams of up to four students may apply on one application. A workshop for those wanting assistance or feedback on their applications will be held on Aug. 7 at 11 a.m. at the Mandel Public Library of West Palm Beach. A virtual workshop option will be offered at 11 a.m. on Aug. 16. The application deadline is Oct. 26.
Chosen finalists have the opportunity to receive up to $15,000 for their program. Students who are awarded funding will be accepted into a yearlong program that provides opportunities to create a positive change in the community; receive one-on-one mentorship from experienced philanthropists; attend professional development workshops and events; interview for TV, radio, print and online news outlets; receive nomination opportunities for national and local awards and scholarships; network with prominent government, business and community leaders; and gain skills, knowledge and tools to develop a nonprofit organization.
Philanthropist investors and mentors work one-on-one with students throughout the year to fuel their desire, help execute their initiatives and improve their ability to create meaningful change in Palm Beach County. Mentors include a diverse array of local business and philanthropic leaders.
Founded in 2015, the nonprofit Philanthropy Tank challenges, empowers and equips students to develop and execute sustainable initiatives and solutions to solve problems in their communities while developing youth leaders. Philanthropist investors fund student initiatives, investing in their community projects.
For more information, visit www.philanthropytank.org.
