Hershey Heartwarming Young Heroes Grants – Mar 15

Posted by Youth Service America on February 3, 2026

In partnership with The Hershey Company, Youth Service America (YSA) will award Hershey Heartwarming Young Heroes Grants for Youth Service Month (April 10 – May 10, 2026) & Global Youth Service Day (April 24-26, 2026) projects and events.

Youth changemakers – ages 5 to 25 – in the U.S. and Canada are eligible to apply for these grants to lead and engage their peers in awareness, service, and philanthropy projects or youth voice, leadership, and advocacy events in their communities.

This year, youth may apply for grants of $250, $500, or $1,000 depending on the number of youth who will be participating as project volunteers or event participants. A total of $50,000 in grants will be awarded. Grant options include:

• $250 – at least 25 youth project volunteers / event participants
• $500 – at least 50 youth project volunteers / event participants
• $1,000 – at least 100 youth project volunteers / event participants

We’re looking for ideas straight from your heart that build meaningful connections and create more inclusive, empathetic, and kind communities. New for 2026, we’re also looking to support events that provide opportunities for youth voice, leadership, or advocacy in your community.

Learn more and apply by March 15, 2026.