YouthBank International
REAL LIVES. REAL MONEY. REAL CHANGE.
YouthBanks are funds run by young people to support youth-led projects that address issues important to young people with the purpose of improving their communities.
Let`s create generations of decision-makers together!
We believe that the absence of young people from decision-making within their hometowns can be rectified by entrusting them with the money. The money they will be using is a mechanism to bring the change they want to see in their communities.
What makes us different?
Putting the money and decision making in young people`s hands
Tested methodology and know - how
20 years of experience
With over 20 years of expertise in non-formal education, fundraising, financial literacy, critical thinking, and problem solving we have developed the model that combines philanthropy, social entrepreneurship and youth development.
Mission
Our Mission
Our mission is to work with worldwide organizations who want to give young people authentic leadership, decision-making and community-building opportunities while growing the network and supporting young people through grant-making. We have developed a framework, training, and resources that enable organisations to provide necessary support with confidence and integrity.
Vission
Our Vision
Our vision is to live in a world where all young people lead change and make difference in their communities. Communities and neighbourhoods in every country where young people make decisions of economic and social significance. We believe in this world. We believe in change.
REAL LIVES
At YouthBank, everything is centered around the Real Life experiences and aspirations of young people.
We prioritize their voices, understanding that they are best positioned to identify and address the challenges relevant to them in their local communities.
In YouthBank, young people are the decision-makers, focusing on issues that truly matter to them.
REAL MONEY
YouthBank stands out by entrusting young people with money. We enable them to create and manage their local youth fund and make decisions about where the funds are invested.
In YouthBank, young people are the grant-makers, supporting youth-led initiatives that are directly aligned with their identified priorities.
REAL MONEY
YouthBank stands out by entrusting young people with money. We enable them to create and manage their local youth fund and make decisions about where the funds are invested.
In YouthBank, young people are the grant-makers, supporting youth-led initiatives that are directly aligned with their identified priorities.
REAL CHANGE
YouthBank proven framework enables the active participation of young people in local economic and social decision-making, boosting their skills and self-esteem. The change extends to young leaders of local projects and continues transforming their hometowns.
In YouthBank, young people are the change-makers, driving sustainable, positive change in their communities and building resilience for the future.
YouthBank International
so far
37
Countries with established YouthBank Model
320+
Established YouthBanks around the world
15.000+
Youth-led projects funded by YouthBanks
4+ Million
Beneficiaries involved around YouthBanks
£7+ Million
In Funds, given by YouthBanks
Join Us
Join us in our mission to create a brighter future together.
YouthBank is a simple model that started out as a peace-building concept. It was first introduced to Northern Ireland during the effects of over 3 decades of violent conflict. Ever since early 1990`s, the concept grew and expanded to almost 40 countries.
Partners
We are partnering with organisations who want to change and develop their communities through authentic leadership and decision-making.
