News Summary
The City of Las Vegas has announced the opening of applications for the Youth Neighborhood Association Partnership Program (YNAPP), providing grants up to $2,000 for local youth to develop neighborhood-based service-learning projects. The initiative aims to empower youth aged 8 to 18 to foster leadership and teamwork skills while benefiting their communities. Interested applicants can participate in upcoming workshops for guidance on the application process, with the goal of submitting their proposals before the October deadline. Successful recipients will contribute positively to their neighborhoods and promote civic responsibility.
Las Vegas Opens Applications for Youth Neighborhood Association Partnership Program Grants
The City of Las Vegas has opened applications for its Youth Neighborhood Association Partnership Program (YNAPP), which offers grants of up to $2,000 for local youth to create and implement neighborhood-based service-learning projects. The application period began on August 18, 2025, and will close on October 30, 2025.
Eligible applicants must be Las Vegas youth aged 8 to 18, and all proposed projects must take place within the city limits. To ensure commitment, the program requires participants to match the city’s grant with cash, volunteer time, or in-kind services and goods.
The YNAPP aims to empower youth by helping them develop leadership and teamwork skills while they contribute positively to their communities. Participants can choose from a variety of project ideas. These include developing care packages, creating youth art or mural projects, initiating reading programs, providing services for the homeless, building Little Free Libraries, and organizing community cleanups.
Workshops for Applicants
To assist potential applicants, two workshops will be held for guidance on the grant application process. An in-person workshop is scheduled for September 16, 2025, at 4:30 p.m. at Las Vegas City Hall, while a virtual workshop will take place on September 17, 2025, at 4:30 p.m. Registration links for both workshops are available online, and those unable to attend in real-time can request a recording by emailing tmanor@lasvegasnevada.gov.
Application Review and Presentation
After the submission deadline, all applications will be reviewed by the YNAPP board, which is appointed by the Las Vegas City Council. Each applicant will be required to make a five-minute presentation to the board in December 2025. Based on these presentations, funding recommendations will be presented to the City Council for final approval in February 2026.
Successful grant recipients will be required to sign a contract with the City of Las Vegas, outlining their project commitments. The financial support through these grants is geared towards making practical contributions to the community while promoting the importance of civic responsibility among youth.
Application Submission
Applications can be submitted through Zoomgrants.com. For individuals who need assistance during the application process, they can reach out to Tara Manor at 702-229-5424 or via email at tmanor@lasvegasnevada.gov.
Conclusion
Las Vegas is encouraging its youth to devise and implement service projects that not only benefit their neighborhoods but also foster essential life skills. By taking part in the YNAPP, young residents have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in their communities while gaining invaluable experience in leadership and project execution.
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Additional Resources
- 8 News Now: Applications Open for Las Vegas Youth Neighborhood Program
- Wikipedia: Youth Leadership
- News 3 LV: Las Vegas City Council Awards Grants to Youth Groups
- Google Search: Community Service Projects for Youth
- 8 News Now: Youth Neighborhood Program Now Accepting Applications
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