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Youth Career Pathways Initiative (YCPI) is sponsored by Massachusetts Service Alliance. Strengthens and sustains organizations supporting volunteer work that allows youth to develop work-related skills and explore career options.
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Youth Career Pathways Initiative We are proud to be Massachusetts' official State Service Commission Youth Career Pathways Initiative The goal of the Youth Career Pathways Initiative (YCPI) is to strengthen and sustain the ability of organizations to support volunteer work that allow youth to develop meaningful and tangible work-related skills and/or explore a variety of work environments and career options.
MSA awards matching grants of up to $20,000 for organizations to create, expand, and replicate promising models. Youth Development Volunteer Initiative FAQ Who can apply for a YCPI grant?
Funding for this proposal is made available to the following organizations in Massachusetts: a nonprofit organization (incorporated with 501(c)(3) status); an institution of higher education; a state agency; a community or faith-based organization; a federally recognized Tribal Nation; city, council, or other municipal government entity; or a partnership of any of the above entities. What can YCPI funds be used for?
YCPI funds can be used for implementation of new programming, expansion* of existing programming, or replication of promising models that either: Engages volunteers to support youth specifically with their career development and/or exploration.
(Examples of this might include: Career Development focused mentoring programs for youth, Student Success or Post-Secondary Transition Coaches in an effort to improve college access and success in higher education, Specialized tutors/instructors to support students in specific career readiness skill building, Job readiness and job search assistance coaches/case managers for youth.)
Engages youth as volunteers to both meet urgent community needs while simultaneously developing skills that will better their chances for future employment. (Examples of this might include: Service-Learning programs that combine learning and service which allow students to experience certain career options.
Student internships with local nonprofits where they gain skills and experience through the service being provided, and Apprenticeship programs.) *Program expansion may include new geographics area(s) not currently served by the program, engaging a new population of volunteers and/or youth, or building new partnerships with established organizations to deliver programming. How are YCPI grants funded?
YCPI is currently funded by the Massachusetts Service Alliance's connection to AmeriCorps' Volunteer Generation Fund (VGF) . YCPI Fiscal Reporting Tools • YCPI Budget Template 2026 (indirect rate) • YCPI Budget Template 2026 (no indirect rate) How do I learn more about getting the YCPI grant? Contact Ian Whalen-Stone , MSA's Program Officer for Volunteer Initiatives, with any questions!
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