Margaret M. and Harley H. Wachs Youth Leadership Fund

General Description

Benefits young people in Johnson County by providing travel and leadership opportunities to expand their abilities to become active, visionary leaders.

Application Process

Applications are considered in conjunction with the Johnson County Community Foundation competitive grant cycle. Please visit the Johnson County Community Foundation page to learn more about the process and when to apply.

Areas of Focus

The Margaret M. and Harley H. Wachs Youth Leadership Fund was established in 2001 by their son, Peter, and daughter-in-law, Joy Wachs, in memory of Peter’s mother and father. Successful applicants must engage Johnson County middle and/or high school youth in one or more of the following areas:

Involvement in community service projects
Participation in leadership roles
Travel for leadership development opportunities

Who May Apply

Click here for General Eligibility and Funding Criteria.
Additional eligibility criteria specific to the Margaret M. and Harley H. Wachs Youth Leadership Fund:
- Under special circumstances, grants will be made to institutions outside Johnson County for programs that are operated within or provide direct benefit to youth of the county.
- Applicant organizations must primarily function to serve middle and high school-aged youth or be an organization whose programs have demonstrated the ability to serve this population.
- Special consideration will be given to organizations whose programs engage youth through leadership skills development with community organizations, school groups, and other youth-focused establishments.
- Salary or administrative support must not exceed 30% of the funding requested.

How to Apply

Additional Information

Please direct your questions to a member of East Tennessee Foundation’s Grantmaking Team:
Ashley Siferd Butler, Director of Competitive Grants
Brooke Anguiano, Assistant Director of Grantmaking & Operations Associate
Email: gr*********@*tf.org
Telephone: (865) 524-1223 ext. 144 or toll-free (877) 524-1223 ext. 144