Youth as Solutions is creating a generation of citizens who are passionate about making a positive impact in their schools and communities by addressing community health, educational equity, environmental justice, or civics and democracy issues. Leadership teams of young people in grades 6-12, along with an adult mentor, apply to be part of Youth as Solutions, where they will participate in a guided service-learning experience from October through May, identifying and taking action on an issue in their community. Mini-grants for project implementation are included. Applications open until Sept. 13, 2025. Ready to learn more? Attend a YAS Q&A Session for a brief overview and answers to individual questions about the program or the application form.