Thursday 7 March 2024

Service-Learning opportunity - Invitation to sign up for YMCA Youth for Causes 2024

Dear Student, 

YMCA Youth has opened signups for youths who are keen to make a positive different to a cause they are passionate in. As part of the programme, selected submissions will be provided with seed funding, mentorship and training to turn their ideas to reality. 

Projects under this are considered as student-initiated Service-learning projects under LEAPS 2.0.  





Details below, 

YMCA Youth For Causes 2024


Up to 100 teams will be provided with seeding funding, mentorship, and training so that the teams can effectively raise awareness and funds for the social cause of their choice.
 
About YFC

The YMCA Youth For Causes programme provides an excellent platform in nurturing a generation of thoughtful and proactive changemakers. Teams will collaborate closely with their chosen Social Service Agency (SSA), mentor and volunteers to address societal challenges. In addition to raising awareness and funds, we encourage teams to unleash their creativity and problem-solving skills, bringing forth innovative solutions to enhance SSA services.


For more info, watch the YMCA Youth For Causes 2023 Explainer Video (youtube.com)
or refer to our website youthforcauses.com

 
Timeline

  • Registration for Teams: 1 Mar to 31 Mar
  • Pre-Selection Interview Consultation with YFC Alumni (Zoom)Sun, 17 Mar
  • Selection Interview (Zoom): Sat, 27 Apr
  • Official Launch & Training: Sat, 18 May
  • Implementation Period: 18 May to 31 Aug
  • Final Project Submission: Fri, 8 Sep, 23:59pm
  • Project Showcase: Sat, 12 Oct
  • Awards Showcase (Finalists): Sat, 26 Oct
  • Awards Celebration: Fri, 15 Nov

Teams may register from 1 Mar to 31 Mar! 


If there are any inquiries, please email Mr Keith Wee at wee_kheng_leong@sst.edu.sg