Criteria
Dare to Dream America applicants must meet the following criteria and conditions in order to apply for project funding:
- Projects MUST be youth-led and youth-driven. This means that ideas for projects must come from youth, the applicant section of the application form must be completed by youth, and funded projects must be developed and run by youth.
- Projects MUST be relevant to child and youth mental health in America.
- Projects MUST be innovative – ask yourself: is this a new idea? Has this been done in my community before?
- Projects MUST demonstrate impact – ask yourself: will my project reach several people in my school, youth organization or community?
- Applicants MUST demonstrate an effort to manage the money wisely by looking for financial or in-kind donations for some budget items.
- Applicants MUST agree to have project reports and pictures etc. shared on the Youth MOVE National website for others to read and learn from.
Guidelines for Application Form
Read these guidelines carefully before filling out the Dare to Dream America Application Form:
- Step 1 Ask yourself, “Does my project meet the criteria to be eligible for this opportunity?" (Refer to above criteria)
- Step 2 Identify a Mentor, a person with experience in child and youth mental health who will support you or your group with your project.
- Step 3 Complete your application form.
These forms can be printed and filled in by hand, or filled in on your computer and then printed and mailed.
To download a copy of our current Dare to Dream America application, head over to this page.
