Final Application Deadline - February 10, 2010

Before You Start
Applicants should be aware that the application process for YouthReach support is very competitive because of limited funds and high interest in this initiative from across the Commonwealth. Organizations that consider applying are strongly encouraged to read the following guidelines and contact YouthReach Program Manager H. Mark Smith early in the planning process. He can answer specific questions about the application process and help potential applicants determine if their projects are good matches for funding.

Before you begin an application:

1. Review the YouthReach Program Guidelines.
2. Contact H. Mark Smith, Program Manager, to discuss your proposal.

Additional Resources on Program Planning & Evaluation
This annotated bibliography may be useful as you develop your program and your application.

1. Log-in to access the online portion of the application.
   (Please note: Usernames/Passwords used for Adams, Mass. Stimulus, and Cultural Facilities Fund applications can all be used. Usernames/Passwords from the Organizational Support application and Mass. Cultural Data Project will not work for this system.)

2. Complete all additional application elements and mail them in on time.

The YouthReach Initiative provides funding to programs that integrate substantive out-of-school arts, humanities and science opportunities into a collaborative community response to the needs of youth at risk.