Thank you for your interest in the
Youth United Council
Class of 2027!

THE YOUTH UNITED COUNCIL is a leadership program of United Way of Northwest Georgia, with programming provided by the University of Georgia’s J.W. Fanning Institute for Leadership Development, “Youth Leadership in Action.”

THE GOAL of the Youth United Council is to build individual leadership skills, foster positive group dynamics, and increase civic and community involvement. The curriculum simultaneously concentrates on youth development and youth leadership, two critical principles to the successful transition from adolescence to adulthood.

THE PROGRAM is designed to provide youth with a foundation of leadership understanding, Equip youth with the skills needed to become leaders, Cultivate the desire to be community leaders, Increase self-efficacy in becoming civically engaged, and Assist youth in developing the confidence to act in their schools, neighborhoods, counties, or any “community” in which they are part. By empowering our youth through this program, we will be cultivating the next generation of community leaders.

WHO CAN PARTICIPATE? This program develops youth leaders in 11th grade through the acquisition of leadership and citizenship skills through hands-on activities and real-life leadership opportunities.

REQUIREMENTS

Complete this online application.

This program is designed for rising Juniors (11th Grade).

Submit two reference forms found HERE

Attend a minimum of 6 out of the 8 module-focused meetings

Must attend initial Welcome Party and Parent Orientation

The application deadline is Monday, April 27th, 2026, by 4:00 pm

Please contact Hayley Poillucci or Jessica Carnes if you have any questions

Youth Council Applicant Contact Information

First Name

Preferred Name

Last Name

Phone Number

Mailing Address

City/Town

State/Province

ZIP/Postal Code

Parent Contact Information

Parent/Guardian 1 First and Last Name

Phone

Parent/Guardian 2 First and Last Name

Phone

Details

School

Other

This program is designed for rising Juniors (11th Grade). Will you be a Junior Fall 2026?

Yes

Other…

Please provide your current GPA.

Birthday Date

Sweatshirt Size

Other

T-Shirt Size

Other

Detailed Responses

*Please answer each question in complete sentences, providing at least 3–4 sentences per response. Answer to the best of your ability—we’re simply looking to learn more about you, your interests, and your willingness to grow and get involved!

Have you been involved in any of our Youth United programs (ex: GoLEAD, Volunteer Project, etc.)

Yes

Please describe your involvement, be specific.

Have any of your relatives been involved with United Way in any capacity (ex, Board, Committees, Past Youth Council Members, etc.)?

Yes

Please describe relation and their involvement, be specific.

Why are you interested in participating in the Youth Council Program and what do you hope to gain from this experience?

What is something you are passionate about (inside or outside of school)?

Tell us about a time you helped someone or were part of something that made a difference (big or small). How did it feel?

What does community mean to you?

What do you think makes a good team? What rold do you usually play when working with others?

This program requires time, participation, and follow-through. How will you balance this commitment with your other responsibilities? Please also list any extracirruculars and sports you are involved in.

Please list any extracirruculars and sports you are involved in.

I understand that along with my application, I must submit two letters of recommendation or reference forms by the deadline of April 27, 2026 to complete my application.

Yes, I understand.

If selected, my parent/guardian and I agree to attend the Welcome Party and Parent Orientation on May 19 at United Way of Northwest Georgia.

Yes, I understand.

Youth Council Application

Thank you for your interest in the
Youth United Council
Class of 2027!

REQUIREMENTS

*Please answer each question in complete sentences, providing at least 3–4 sentences per response. Answer to the best of your ability—we’re simply looking to learn more about you, your interests, and your willingness to grow and get involved!

Ready to make an Impact?

Youth Council Application

Thank you for your interest in the Youth United Council Class of 2027!

REQUIREMENTS

*Please answer each question in complete sentences, providing at least 3–4 sentences per response. Answer to the best of your ability—we’re simply looking to learn more about you, your interests, and your willingness to grow and get involved!

Ready to make an Impact?

Thank you for your interest in the
Youth United Council
Class of 2027!