MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of Youth Leadership Tomorrow is to provide community education and leadership development training to high school students through experiential learning activities that connect youth to their community and inspire them to be problem solvers, decision makers, and future leaders in our community.
Leadership Unlimited has partnered with Greater Grand Island Community Foundation to provide Youth Leadership Tomorrow (YLT) members a joint program, Youth Philanthropy Board (YPB). YLT/YPB class members are enrolled in the dual programming the duration of their high school junior year.
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Apply for Youth Leadership Tomorrow Class 30 and Youth Philanthropy Board. Applications are due February 23, 2026.
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Ask one adult in your school or community to complete this form. You must have one Reference Form submitted on your behalf to complete your application.
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Know someone you think should be in the next YLT class? Nominate them now!
During this eight-month dual program, students will engage in two key initiatives during their junior year: Youth Philanthropy Board and Youth Leadership Tomorrow.
Session days run from September to April, with the opening session in September being mandatory.
Class members will meet from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on session days. The schedule includes participation in Youth Philanthropy Board from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m., followed by Youth Leadership Tomorrow from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Class members will continue with Youth Philanthropy Board during their senior year.
All application information is kept confidential and selection to the program is made “blindly” meaning those who review applications do not know the name or any demographic information about the application they are reviewing.
Check out our upcoming fundraiser to support Youth Leadership Tomorrow:
YLT Game Night
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YLT Game Night: Grand Islandopoly!
Join us for an afternoon of fun and friendly competition in support of Youth Leadership Tomorrow! Grand Islandopoly is a 75-minute, timed Monopoly-style tournament played on a retro-style board featuring businesses from around Grand Island, adding a local twist to this classic game.
Doors open at 2 pm, giving you time to check in, grab a snack, and find your seat. The game will begin promptly at 2:30 pm and wrap up at 4 pm.
Players will compete for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place prizes, along with table prizes throughout the tournament and door prizes for extra excitement! Snacks and refreshments will be provided as you build your empire and support the future leaders of our community.
In 1999, Youth Leadership Tomorrow began after a series of community initiatives identified the need for robust and interactive leadership development opportunities for Hall County youth. Activities focus on introducing high-school juniors from the seven Hall County high schools to organizations and leaders who are models of outstanding leadership, while building their leadership skills that are needed in our schools, communities and organizations.
Youth who are given the opportunity to learn about the history of their community have higher levels of pride and ownership of their community, are more connected to their hometown, and are more likely to be involved community members. Youth Leadership Tomorrow fosters this understanding of Hall County and highlights the valuable contributors to success that are sharing their talents already so that these young leaders see a place for themselves in Hall County.
Additionally, students are developing many of the key skills of effective leaders. The program focuses on communicating effectively, working with others, representing others as a leader, problem solving, networking, developing plans, asking thoughtful questions, celebrating successes and giving back to the community. Each class also plans and implements a youth leadership summit as a group.
Tuition for the program is $400 per student. Scholarships are available. Please contact the Leadership Unlimited office for details.
