The Robert H. Janssen Youth & Youth Sports Fund

The Robert H. Janssen Youth & Youth Sports Fund provides funding to support programs that enrich the lives of youth in San Luis Obispo and surrounding areas. The fund focuses on programs that reflect the Search Institute’s 40 Developmental Assets, which identify positive experiences and qualities that help young people grow into responsible, caring adults. This grant program seeks to enhance opportunities for local youth by supporting sports and enrichment programs, particularly those that emphasize active participation rather than solely educational programming.

Eligible applicants include local nonprofit organizations that offer youth enrichment or youth sports programs. To be eligible, programs must be accessible to all community members, regardless of income level, and must operate within the City of San Luis Obispo or adjacent areas within San Luis Obispo County. Preference is given to community-based programs over membership-based programs, with a focus on programs that directly engage youth through active participation.

Funding is intended to support direct program costs rather than administrative or overhead expenses. Janssen grant funds should only represent a portion of the total program budget, indicating that additional funding sources must also be in place. A total of approximately $50,000 is available, and the fund anticipates making around 10 grants with a maximum award size of $5,000 per grant.

The application timeline, specific deadlines, and opening or closing dates are not explicitly provided in the available information. Applicants will need to review the fund’s guidelines or contact the fund administrator directly for the most current information. There is no mention of recurring cycles or rolling applications in the provided description.

Applicants should be prepared to describe how their program aligns with the fund’s goals, particularly focusing on youth enrichment and sports that promote active participation. Additional criteria such as evaluation measures, reporting requirements, or formal application questions were not included in the available information and may need to be confirmed directly with the fund administrator.

For more information, applicants may need to contact the appropriate representative for the Robert H. Janssen Youth & Youth Sports Fund, as no specific contact name, phone number, or email address was provided in the information given.