Youth Climate Action Fund (YCAF) Application

Youth Climate Action Fund (YCAF) Application

Thank you for applying to the Youth Climate Action Fund! Applications are open from August 31, 2026 at 12:00AM until October 30, 2026 at 11:59PM. Applicants must be Hampton residents aged 15–24.
Application Details
Project Name
Certification: We certify that the youth project leads are Hampton residents, aged 15–24. This program is only available for Hampton residents, aged 15–24.
Youth Project Leads and Partner Contact
Youth Project Leads
Include first and last names and ages of at least two youth project leads.
Partner Organization / Group Name
Contact Person from the Partner Organization

First NameLast Name
Contact Person’s Email
example@example.com
Contact Person’s Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Project Description and Youth Involvement
Learn more about the climate themes by visiting: https://www.hampton.gov/DocumentCenter/View/56955/Youth-Climate-Action-Fund-YCAF-Themes-and-Ideas
Climate Themes (Select all that apply)
Project Description

Provide an overview of your project, including its main goals and objectives, along with its expected effect on the community and the environment. Describe the current issues or challenges your project aims to address and why this intervention is crucial now (300 word limit).0/300
Project Activities and Timeline

Describe the specific activities and steps your project will undertake. Include a clear timeline that shows that the project’s activities and implementation will be completed by April 15, 2027 (300 word limit).0/300
Role of Young People

Estimate the total number of young people who will be involved in your project, including youth leads, volunteers, and participants (200 word limit).0/200
Number of Young People Involved in the Project

Estimate the total number of young people who will be involved in your project, including youth leads, volunteers, and participants (200 word limit). 0/200
Project Results

Describe at least one measurable result that will show your project’s immediate accomplishments and progress (max 25 words). 0/25
Project Impact

Describe how your project will create changes in behavior, knowledge, attitudes, or processes (max 100 words).0/100
Budget and Submission Attestations
Microgrant Request
Specify an amount between $1,000-$5,000.
Budget
Explain in a bullet point list or an attachment how you would use the microgrant funds for your project. Example: - Supplies and materials:$2,300 - Equipment: $500 - Transportation and Food: $300 - Events and Communication: $200 - Total: $3,300
Budget Attachment

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Terms and Conditions
Declaration: By submitting this application, we agree to comply with the terms and conditions of the Youth Climate Action Fund and commit to using the microgrant funds responsibly and transparently to advance our project’s objectives.
Photo Consent: By checking this box, I confirm that I am at least 18 years old and consent on behalf of myself and/or as the parent or legal guardian of the minor participant(s) named in this survey. I grant the City of Hampton, Virginia, and its employees, officers, agents and representatives permission to photograph, film or otherwise record our images, voices and comments and to edit, use, publish, copyright and reproduce them, in whole or in part, for promotional, public relations, recruitment, development or other legitimate city purposes. I waive the right to inspect or approve the finished materials and release and hold harmless the City of Hampton and its representatives from liability related to their authorized use. I understand that this electronic consent serves as my written consent under Section 8.01-40 of the Code of Virginia.
Organization Contact Person Signature
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Youth Climate Action Fund (YCAF) Application

Application Details

Youth Project Leads and Partner Contact

Project Description and Youth Involvement

Budget and Submission Attestations

Terms and Conditions