Youth Service Fund
The Youth Service Fund (YSF) is a youth-led ministry that empowers young people to create and support Christ-centered projects that transform their communities. Through YSF, youth raise funds, discern priorities, and invest in ministries addressing faith, justice, education, and community needs.
What makes YSF unique is that it is by, with, and for youth. Young people contribute the funds, help determine how those funds are used, and directly participate in ministries they create and lead.
Through YSF, 30% of funds raised in the Susquehanna Conference support the global Youth Service Fund. The remaining 70% is distributed locally by the Young People's Ministry Council (YPMC) to support youth-led projects aligned with. our mission and priorities.
2026 Grant Cycle
Applications are open through October 31, 2025.
YSF grants support youth-led ministries that help young people grow as disciples of Jesus Christ while making a meaningful impact in their communities.
Grant Requirements
Projects should:
- Be youth-led from planning through evaluation
- Launch new ministries or expand sustainable existing programs
- Demonstrate measurable impact on discipleship, leadership, or community transformation
- Not support salaries or deficit funding
- Be eligible for funding for up to three years, with annual review
Areas of Impact
Faith Sharing & Outreach
Helping young people live and share their faith through mission and service.
Leadership Development
Equipping young disciples to lead in the church and community.
Ministry with At-Risk Youth
Supporting young people impacted by poverty, injustice, or barriers.
Scholarship Opportunities
Expanding access to faith-based education and service experiences.
Community Empowerment
Building skills, opportunity, and self-reliance through training and local initiatives.
Why It Matters
YSF is more than a grant program - it is a movement of young people living out their faith through action. When youth are trusted to lead, dream, and discern, they become the change agents God calls them to be.
