How do I become a member of the Youth Advisory Board?
First, you need to apply!
The application for the 2024-2025 Youth Board will be available Monday, April 1, 2024. If you have any questions about the application process, contact Trevor Mayo by phone at (303) 321-2954 or via email at tmayo@yaef.org.
Submit your application with a headshot, letter of reference, and media permission form. Co-Chairs will also need to submit a cover letter too. The deadline to submit applications is May 31, 2024.
Cover Letters should include answers to these questions: Why do you want to a co-chair on the youth board? What do you believe you can contribute? Why should you be chosen over other applicants?
Applications may be emailed or dropped off in person. Top applicants will be called to interview in June, then final selections will be made, and all applicants will be notified by Monday, July 1, 2024.
What Is the Youth Advisory Board Co-Chair & Why Should I Apply?
Past Youth Advisory Board Members are encouraged to apply to be a Youth Advisory Board Co-Chair. Co-Chairs embodies the essence of Young Americans through:
Leading a diverse cohort of young individuals.
Acquiring fundamental understanding in banking, business, philanthropy, and public relations.
Offering insights and suggestions on banking products, services, and programs.
Contributing their time as volunteers to support Young Americans programs.
Cultivating essential skills in presentation, networking, communication, leadership, and business.
Serving as ambassadors for the organization at special events and functions.
Forming connections and building friendships with students from various schools across Colorado.
What Do We Look for in a Youth Advisory Board Co-Chair?
The Co-Chairs of the Youth Advisory Board are keen to share their ideas and fully devoted to leadership roles within the Board.
What Is the Youth Advisory Board & Why Should I Apply?
This inspiring group of incoming 8th-12th graders embodies the essence of Young Americans through:
Gaining knowledge about Young Americans Bank and the nonprofit programs of Young Americans Center.
Acquiring fundamental understanding in banking, business, philanthropy, and public relations.
Offering insights and suggestions on banking products, services, and programs.
Contributing their time as volunteers to support Young Americans programs.
Cultivating essential skills in presentation, networking, communication, leadership, and business.
Serving as ambassadors for the organization at special events and functions.
Forming connections and building friendships with students from various schools across Colorado.
What Do We Look for in a Youth Advisory Board Member?
Youth Advisory Board members are enthusiastic about sharing their ideas and are committed to serving on the Board. Board members are requested to open a bank account at Young Americans Bank, if you do not already have one. No experience is necessary!
When Are the Required Board Meetings & Events?
Monthly Meetings: second Saturday of each month, August 2024 – April 2025, 8:30 AM – 10:00 AM
Welcome Reception: Thursday, August 8, 2024, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM (for Board members and their families)
Spotlight on YouthBiz Stars: Thursday, October 24, 2024, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
The Youth Advisory Board meets once a month to advise and oversee Young Americans Bank and the nonprofit programs of Young Americans Center for Financial Education. Members cannot miss more than three meetings or two meetings in a row throughout the year.
Board members:
- are selected through an application and interview process;
- serve a one-year term;
- meet the second Saturday of each month from August to April
- learn about business, banking and the nonprofit world;
- gain experience in leadership and business etiquette;
- provide a youth perspective to the adult board and management;
- participate in special functions and events;
- become lifetime members of the alumni association after serving a one-year term.
Joy Peck Grainger, Youth Advisory Board Member 1992-1993:
I was honored to serve on the Youth Advisory Board…and attribute much of my later success professionally to the foundation laid by the experience there. I wouldn’t be a US Diplomat serving in India today without the role models (Linda Childears!) I met through the Young Americans Bank…I strongly encourage teens to apply; you won’t regret it!
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