Be a Changemaker
Do you see challenges in your school or community and wonder how to fix them? That’s what YAC is all about. The Youth Alliance Committee gives Battle Creek area high school students a real seat at the table to shape solutions, award grants, and lead projects that make life better for local youth.
YAC members aren’t just volunteers, they’re decision-makers, leaders, and changemakers who step up for their peers and the future of our community.
Application to Join YAC 2026-2027 due by February 28,2026 at 11:59pm
What YAC Members Do
Lead the Way
Decide how grant dollars are invested in youth-serving projects.
Speak Up
Bring your perspective on youth issues and what matters most today.
Take Action
Plan events, volunteer, and create solutions for the community.
Grow as a Leader
Run meetings, manage committees, and represent your school.
Make Connections
Work with students across all Battle Creek high schools.
Why Join YAC
Part of something bigger
Your voice matters. You’ll build skills in leadership, teamwork, and philanthropy that last a lifetime, all while making an impact now.
“Being in YAC has shown me that young people can make a difference right now – not someday, not later – today.” – Student Member
Who Can Join?
YAC is made up of representatives from all Battle Creek high schools. We meet monthly and have two grantmaking rounds each year. Leadership opportunities include Social Media, Philanthropy, and Recruitment.
Battle Creek’s YAC is part of a statewide network of more than 80 Youth Advisory Committees across Michigan. Together, YACs manage millions of dollars in youth endowments and award grants to improve communities. You’ll be part of a powerful movement proving that youth voices can lead real change.
Ready to Join?
Let’s talk about your goals and the best way BCCF can help.