YSA Hershey Heartwarming Young Heroes Grants Application

Open Now Through March 15 

In partnership with The Hershey Company, YSA will award Hershey Heartwarming Young Heroes Grants for Youth Service Month & Global Youth Service Day 2026 projects and events. Youth changemakers—aged 5 to 25—in the U.S. and Canada are eligible to apply for these grants to lead and engage their peers in awareness, service, and philanthropy projects or youth voice, leadership, and advocacy events in their communities.  

Leadership Projects & Awards

Got an idea to make a difference? This is your chance to lead, take action, and get recognized for the impact you create. Whether you want to launch a service project, grow your leadership skills, or earn funding and awards for your work, Youth Service America (YSA) offers opportunities designed for young people to step up and lead change. Turn your passion into action, connect with a national movement of youth leaders, and show the world what you can do. 

Lead a Service Project & Build Leadership 

Identify a community need, lead or create a youth-led service project, and strengthen your leadership skills using Youth Service America’s free tools, trainings, and resources for youth leaders and adult allies.

Apply for a YSA Grant or Award

Looking for funding or recognition? Apply for Youth Service America grants to support youth-led service projects, and elevate youth leadership by applying for YSA awards, including the Everyday Young Hero Award, which honors young people making a difference through service.
Sign up to join YSA's Youth Service Briefing to receive updated information on grants and awards. 

Participate in Global Youth Service Day (April)

Join the world’s largest youth service event. Plan or participate in a Global Youth Service Day (GYSD) activity in April and submit your project for the opportunity to receive a grant and national recognition.
Learn more about GYSD