The grants must be used for a youth-oriented program sponsored by the local unit such as athletic sponsorship, educational programs, etc. The specific type of program must be listed on the application.

At the 1992 Convention, the State Executive Board made a recommendation that the Youth Grant should not be used in conjunction with an agency-sponsored program. The Board felt that the intent of the grant is to provide assistance to the local PB & PA Unit sponsored programs, and not to subsidize a program that is administered by a governmental agency.

At the 1996 Convention, held in Champaign, a resolution was passed by the delegates present, which raised the amount of the grants. The resolution stated that local units could apply for a youth grant requesting up to $1,000.00.

If you have sent your request in, please double check with the Springfield office. The master file will be kept at the office in Springfield and will than be brought to the Convention for review by the Executive Board.

If you have any questions or need additional information, please contact the PBPA office in Springfield at 800-303-4531.

Download the application under the Forms tab of this website.