“Climate change is an all-hands-on-deck challenge, and it’s critical that young people – who have the most at stake – help lead the way. This new fund will help mayors mobilize and empower tomorrow’s leaders to take action today.”
MICHAEL R. BLOOMBERG, UN SPECIAL ENVOY ON CLIMATE AMBITION AND SOLUTIONS AND 108TH MAYOR OF NEW YORK CITY.
About the Youth Climate Action FundThe Youth Climate Action Fund, established and supported by Bloomberg Philanthropies and delivered in partnership with United Cities and Local Governments (UCLG) and the Bloomberg Center for Public Innovation (BCPI) at Johns Hopkins University, as a fiscally sponsored project of Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors (RPA), provides technical assistance and funding to cities worldwide to engage tens of thousands of youth aged 15 through 24 in designing, implementing, and overseeing urgent climate solutions.
- In Round 1, of the program, Broward County received $50,000, awarded 11 projects that engaged young people.
- In Round 2 of the Youth Climate Action Fund, more than 90 cities and counties across five continents will receive an additional $100,000 to fund youth-led climate initiatives.
- With double the funding and a year of experience, Round 2 offers Broward County the opportunity to deepen collaboration, support more impactful projects, and inspire the next generation of local youth leaders.
Application Requirements
- Applicants must be 15-24 years of age (minors will need a permission and support from a parent/legal guardian).
- Current and non-current students are eligible.
- Description of the project and a simple budget showing how funds will be used.
- Projects must be completed and all funds spent by October 31, 2025.
- A final report must be submitted by November 14, 2025.
- Must be youth-led initiatives.
- Projects must have a direct impact on Broward County and be based in Broward County.
- Projects must support the 2025 Broward County Climate Change Action Plan
- Only new projects can be funded. Existing projects do not qualify.
- Funding will be provided to entities with a formal incorporation or status.
- Youth-led groups may partner with an incorporated entity to be the microgrant recipient/fund administrator.
Resources
Sample Budget
Sample Timeline
