2026-2027 LYPC Student Application

LYPC Application Form: 2026-2027

Learn. Lead. Act. Inspire. Louisville Youth Philanthropy Council (LYPC) is a free youth development program open to all high school students. Learn to lead and gain philanthropic knowledge to give back and inspire change in your community when you become a member of the LYPC.
Program Information

LYPC meets for sixteen Saturday classes (11am – 2:00pm) from August to March, including a final Celebration Awards Dinner. Applications may be submitted using the on-line form found at www.lypc.org, or mailed as a hard copy to : 9523 US Hwy 42, Suite 74, Prospect, KY 40059. The application process closes on May 15, 2026, at which time in-person interviews will be scheduled with those students selected to advance to the next stage. Students will be selected for this program based upon the following criteria: Passion for civic engagement, interest in building leadership ability, ability to commit to classes (class dates posted on website), motivation to make a difference and willingness to learn. LYPC meets at the University of Louisville and can offer TARC passes or a ride service voucher to any student needing them at no charge.
Student Name

First NameLast Name
Student Preferred Pronoun (Ex: she/her/hers; they/them/theirs)
Student Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Student Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Student Email
example@example.com
Student Date of Birth

MonthDayYear
Date
What selection best describes your ethnicity?

Other
Parent/Guardian #1

First NameLast Name
Parent/Guardian Email
example@example.com
Parent/Guardian Cell
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Parent/Guardian #2 (optional)

First NameLast Name
Please list your Metro Council District Number (Jefferson County only, if outside Jefferson County type N/A). Use this link to find it: https://www.lojic.org/metro-council-districts
School
School Principal
School Counselor
Graduation Year
Have you ever been convicted of a crime? If yes, please provide details (excluding minor traffic violations)
Reference

Please list one reference (School, Work, or Personal, NO parents/guardians), we need their name, phone number and relationship to you. Then you MUST ask them to complete a simple reference form using this link - https://bit.ly/4srAOnq
Reference Name

First NameLast Name
Reference Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Reference Relationship to you.
I will send the LYPC Reference Recommendation Form to my reference listed above. I understand that they need to complete it as part of my application process. FORM LINK - https://bit.ly/4srAOnq
How did you hear about us?

Other
Please provide a list of your activities (in school or outside of school) planned for this coming year:
LYPC Connection : Do you know someone who has participated in LYPC as a student? Or, do you have a connection to LYPC in some other way?
Commitment to class attendance is critical. Participation in this program is competitive and we ask all applicants to review the on-line calendar and seriously consider the time requirement. Please note that students who miss more than three classes will not receive a completion certificate. The LYPC provides numerous benefits for students who participate: direct engagement in the non-profit community, hand-on experience awarding $7,000 in local grants; leadership skills training; team-building; networking with local leaders; lessons on philanthropy and development of non-profit business skills. Class time counts as service hours, and the staff is happy to write recommendation letters for students in good standing. Can we count your attendance at the Saturday classes, as well as the Celebration Dinner in March?
The LYPC has partnered with the University of Louisville to offer a College Credit program for new students who are rising Seniors. Participation in the LYPC 16-week course is the core requirement, along with journaling, a book report, a paper and a final interview with Dr. Nat Irvin, U of L Assistant Dean of Thought Leadership and Engagement. Students successfully completing all requirements will receive 3 hours of college credit (in General Business), transferrable to other universities. Are you qualified and interested in applying for the College Credit program?
Tell us a little bit about yourself. Answer ONE of the following questions, you may choose to write your response or speak it using the voice recorder option below (100 words or less). If you are choosing the voice recorder option, please type 'voice' as your answer to this question. 1) What made you choose to apply to the LYPC? 2) What is something you are passionate about? 3) What do you consider your greatest strength?

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LYPC Application Form: 2026-2027

Program Information

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