Apply - You Make The Difference

An initiative of You Make THE Difference Foundation
A nonprofit community benefit organization

Before you begin

A clear first step toward a statewide initiative.

We’re awarding a limited number of statewide opportunities to associations ready to strengthen fair leadership and community impact.

This application helps our team understand your priorities and prepare for a useful first conversation.

What happens next

A practical conversation, without a complicated process.

Submit the application.
Our team reviews your goals and proposed timing.
We contact you within 48 hours to schedule an initial conversation.

Privacy note: Your information is used to review this application and coordinate next steps with your association.

Statewide YMTD Grant application

Tell us about your association.

Fields marked with an asterisk are required. Please provide the clearest information currently available; proposed dates can be adjusted during planning.

Fair Association Name

First Name

Last Name

Title

Phone

Association website URL

Number of County Fairs in Your State:

Number of Fair Boards Who May Participate

Describe the Typical Challenges Your Fair Boards Face (select all that apply)

Volunteer Recruitment and Retention Financial Sustainability Leadership Burnout and Mental Health Attendance and Community Engagement

What are the top 3 outcomes you hope to achieve by bringing this tour to your state’s fair boards and communities?

Proposed Tour Dates

Are You Committed to Helping the Tour Reach as Many Fair Boards as Possible in Your State?

Yes No

Do You Agree to Work with Our Team on Scheduling, Promotion, and Logistics to Maximize Impact?

Yes No

How would you define a successful tour in your state? What specific indicators or outcomes would demonstrate success for your fair boards and communities? (For example: increased volunteer engagement, improved leadership capacity, stronger community attendance, or other measurable results.)

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Questions before you apply?

Review the full YMTD Grant benefits or talk with our team about the right route for your organization.

Bring practical leadership support to the fair boards you serve.

A clear first step toward a statewide initiative.

A practical conversation, without a complicated process.

Tell us about your association.

Questions before you apply?

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