Muhammad Ali Center Youth Program Application 2026-2027

Muhammad Ali Center Council of Students Application

For over a decade, the MAC has cultivated the next generation of social justice leaders through our comprehensive high school leadership development programs. The Muhammad Ali Center Council of Students (MACCS) is a social justice, leadership development, and service-learning program developed by Muhammad Ali himself. MACCS explore social justice issues and strategies for social change while developing their leadership and critical thinking skills.
Application Deadline - August 19, 2026
BASIC INFORMATION
Student's Full / Legal Name

First NameLast Name
Preferred Name
Pronouns
Current High School
2026-2027 Grade Level
Student Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip CodeCountry
Student Cell or Primary Phone Number

Area CodePhone Number
Student E-mail
Student Birth Date

MonthDayYear
Student T-Shirt Size
Parent or Guardian Full Name

First NameLast Name
Parent or Guardian E-mail
example@example.com
Parent or Guardian Phone Number

Area CodePhone Number
Secondary Parent or Guardian Full Name

First NameLast Name
Secondary Parent or Guardian E-mail
example@example.com
Secondary Parent or Guardian Phone Number

Area CodePhone Number

Short Essays:

In this section, we would like to get to know you. What do you care about? When you look around at our community, nation, and world, what bothers you? What would you change? Why do you want to be a part of Muhammad Ali's legacy? We care more about your ideas than your writing style but your answers should be at least one paragraph long.
What social issue do you care about? What change would you like to see in your community, nation, or world?
Choose one of Muhammad Ali's 6 Core Principles and tell us how that principle has played a role in your life (Confidence, Conviction, Dedication, Giving, Respect, Spirituality).
Please describe an area of personal growth that you intend on being positively impacted by your participation in MACCS.
REFERENCES:

Please list one educator or community member who would recommend you to the Muhammad Ali Center. Please do not list relatives or persons living in your household. If you have been referred by a current or graduated MACCS student, please list that individual below.
Reference Name (Position, Email Address or Phone Number)
MACCS referral (if you have been referred by a current or past MACCS student, please indicate below)
SCHOOL / COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES / WORK / EXPERIENCE/SPORTS/AWARDS/ETC:

Please tell us how you are currently involved in your school and community. You DO NOT need to fill in every blank.
School Activities / Offices Held: (not sports)
Volunteer Activities
Sports Participation
Travel Experience or Unusual Experiences (study abroad, etc.)
School / Community Awards and Honors 1 (no matter how small) CSF, GSE, National Honor Society, Girl/Boy Scouts, 4-H, Governor’s Scholar, etc.
EMPLOYMENT: List past and present work and length of time employed.
Internships: List past and present internships.

Muhammad Ali Center Council of Students Application

Application Deadline - August 19, 2026

BASIC INFORMATION

Short Essays:

REFERENCES:

SCHOOL / COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES / WORK / EXPERIENCE/SPORTS/AWARDS/ETC:

Demographic Information:

Dedication: