A local YAR program identity and sponsor Youth as Resources needs a home base and a clear identity in the community. Local YAR programs may also create their own nonprofit organizations. A local board of youth and adults to award grants Boards of young people and adults who reflect the diversity of their communities govern local YAR programs. Youth and adult board members review grant applications and select grantees. Together, they set program policy and determine criteria for grant applications.
Adults support youth by modeling leadership, cooperation, and a strong service ethic.
A pool of grant money to support projects Funders of local programs have included businesses, local and state government agencies, philanthropic foundations, social service programs, and federated campaigns. The money needed varies depending on local needs and the number of youth the local program wishes to engage in community service. A local YAR program director oversees daily operations, provides training and support to youth groups, conducts community outreach, raises and manages funds, monitors youth projects, and works closely with the board. Young people who design and conduct projects Young people, ages 5 to 21, of all socioeconomic backgrounds are YAR volunteers. YAR's success has been in reaching all types of young people in all types of settings.