WAL youth grants assist in lake learning

Two aspiring naturalists explore their finds at Twin Lakes Kids Day. Photo by Lee Ann Casper.

About youth grants

Wisconsin Association of Lakes recognizes that continued clean, safe, healthy lakes for everyone depends on teaching the next generation to be good lake stewards. The Wisconsin Association of Lakes Youth Fund Grant Program assists youth groups seeking financial aid for deserving projects or activities beneficial to both Wisconsin lakes and youth. Grants of up to $500 may be awarded per project per year. 50% of the grant amount requested must be matched by local contributions (this can include volunteer time). Grant awards are based upon availability of funds and project merits.

Grant funds come from special contributions made to the Youth Fund by WAL’s individual, organizational, and corporate members, plus proceeds from special fundraiser activities.

Eligible activities

Youth Fund Grant Program provides financial assistance for projects or activities that teach youth about lakes and lake stewardship. Eligible activities include:

• Lake education projects or activities that engage young people in:
  • learning about lake ecosystems
  • collecting and disseminating information about lake health
  • understanding the natural, social, and economic values of lakes.
• Youth attendance at lake education events to speak about or exhibit their lake-related projects.

For more information about this program, download an application (PDF 23 KB).

Projects and activities funded with youth grant assistance

Twin Lake's family day (August 2006)

Girl Scout project to control purple loosestrife (February 2006)

Twin Lakes kid's day (August 2005)

Presentation of Lake Katherine study results (August 2005)

Lake Nancy Lake Fair (July 2005)