Young Advocates Application

Young Advocates Council

2026-27 Membership Application
The mission of the North Texas Food Bank (NTFB) is to close the hunger gap in North Texas by providing access to nutritious food. The Young Advocates Council (YAC) plays a key role in that mission. Thank you for your interest in the YAC.

With your leadership we will work together to feed our hungry neighbors. Eligible YAC members must be entering grades 9-11. Seniors are encouraged to apply, but due to the typical Senior schedule, applicants entering 12th grade will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

To apply for participation in the YAC, please submit the following application to be considered. Completed applications will be reviewed by a panel of NTFB staff and YAC student leaders. Finalists will be invited to a virtual interview with members of the admissions panel.

Applications are due no later than 11:59PM Tuesday, June 30, 2026. For more information, including Senior applicants, please contact us at YAC@ntfb.org. If chosen, there is a class fee of $50 or mandatory canned food drive with an in-kind value of $50 or more, benefitting NTFB. This fee will cover expenses like lunches, fundraising supplies, class t-shirt, etc.
Student Applicant Information:
Name*

First NameLast Name
Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState

Zip Code
Student Email*
Please enter the student email you will use during the school year. Not a parent's email. This is our main form of communication.
Student Cell Phone Number*
Please enter student applicant phone number for student group chat channels.
Birthdate:*

MonthDayYear
Date
Grade you will be in during the 2026-27 school year. *
What school will you be attending in the 2026-27 school-year. *
Please include the full name of the school
How did you hear about the YAC, or referred by:
Name or N/A
T-Shirt Size*

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School Information

For 2025-26 School Year
School Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
School Community Service Coordinator (or equivalent)

First NameLast Name
Email
School Community Service Coordinator Email
Phone Number
School Community Service Coordinator Phone

Parent/Guardian Information
Parent/Guardian 1:*

First NameLast Name
Email*
example@example.com
Phone Number*
Please enter a primary phone number
Phone Type

HomeBusinessCell
Parent/ Guardian 2 (optional):

First NameLast Name
Email
example@example.com
Phone Number
Please enter a primary phone number
Phone Type

HomeBusinessCell

Extracurricular Activities

Please list the top extracurricular activities you expect to participate in this upcoming school year (2026-27).
Activity 1*
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References

Please include one reference (and a letter of recommendation) of someone you have worked with (academic teacher, manager, community volunteer, other) who may be contacted if additional information is needed.
Name*

First NameLast Name
Relationship and Title*
(ie 10th grade English Teacher)
Phone Number*
Please enter primary phone number
Email*
example@example.com
Letter of recommendation

Please submit a signed digital letter of recommendation from your a teacher, counselor, or other-non family member. Or email your letter along with your name to YAC@ntfb.org.
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Tell Us More About Yourself

Short Answer
Why did you choose the North Texas Food Bank over other non-profits? *

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Why are you interested in joining the YAC?*

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What skills and talents will you bring to the YAC?*

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Please answer one of the following. Your answer must be at least 250 words. Why is hunger/food insecurity an important issue? Because of the stigma often associated with being food insecure, offer a suggestion to meet the needs of hungry teens in our community. Have you ever volunteered at the North Texas Food Bank? If so, describe your experience and community impact. If not, describe your experience working with another non-profit?
Answer:

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Tell us the story of how you first learned of food insecurity, whether close to home or far.
Answer:

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Membership Agreement

With a parent or guardian, please review the following membership agreement and sign below.
MEMBERSHIP AGREEMENT By signing and submitting this application, I agree to the following terms: I submit that all the provided information is true and current to the best of my knowledge. Knowingly falsifying or providing misleading information will permanently disqualify me from the program. I commit to actively promoting NTFB's Young Advocates Council. I understand to maintain active status in the YAC, I must attend half of the scheduled meetings, volunteer at least one time during the year, and actively participate in the annual fundraiser campaign. I understand that I may continue serving on NTFB's Young Advocates Council in future school years so long as my status remains active this coming 2026-27 year. PHOTO/VIDEO RELEASE I give my permission to use my/my child’s likeness in any public relations materials, online and/or in print for the promotion of the North Texas Food Bank and the Young Advocates Council program. GENERAL RELEASE I agree to, and do hereby knowingly release, absolve, indemnify, and hold harmless, the North Texas Food Bank, its officials and employees, and its officers, directors, and volunteers, both jointly and severally, form all claims that might result from any accident, personal injury, illness, and/or death to the undersigned, whether or not such accident, personal injury, illness, death, damage or loss arises from the sole and/or contributory negligence of any person or entity released herein.
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Signature of Parent*

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Student Applicant Information:

School Information

Parent/Guardian Information

Extracurricular Activities

References

Tell Us More About Yourself

Membership Agreement