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LIVING CITIES

Youth and Young Adult Financial Well-being Philanthropic Approach

Contact Person

Jonique Lyles

jlyles@livingcities.org

General Overview

Part of a broader financial well-being investment strategy

  • 18-25 years old

Diverse youth interested in Cooperative Home and Business Ownership

West North Central (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, & SD)

Financial Well-Being Investment/Interest Areas

Educational Programs
Investing in financial education, financial capability, job readiness, or mentorship programs that benefit youth

Housing and Basic Needs
Providing support for housing, food security, and other basic needs for youth

Nonprofit Support
Providing funding to build the capacity of organizations that serve youth, improving their ability to deliver highquality services and reach more young people

Leadership Development
Supporting programs that train and empower youth leaders or those working in youth-serving organizations

Nonprofit Support
Providing funding to build the capacity of organizations that serve youth, improving their ability to deliver high-quality services and reach more young people

Leadership Development
Supporting programs that train and empower youth leaders or those working in youth-serving organizations

Youth-Led Initiatives
Funding programs that empower youth to design and lead initiatives addressing issues that affect them directly

Family and Community Support
Supporting programs that engage young parents, families, and communities in fostering youth development and financial well-being

Partnerships
Funding collaborations between nonprofits, schools, businesses, and government agencies to maximize impact on youth development and financial well-being

Supporting and Sustaining (Growth Phase)
Providing support to nonprofit partners (e.g., technical assistance, communications, advocacy, policy work), and sustaining the work through peer learning, narrative change, and more

Guadalupe Credit Union

YOUTH-FOCUSED

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