Teens Active in Grantmaking (TAG) is all about putting the power of philanthropy in the hands of the next generation. We’re here to help young leaders learn the ropes of grantmaking, understand how nonprofits change the world, and discover the incredible opportunities in the world of giving. We like to think of TAG as a backstage pass to making a real impact in the community!
As a Community Foundation program, TAG follows the same core mission: to connect people and resources to inspire philanthropy and create lasting change. But we do it with a fresh, fun, and teen-focused twist!
The Community Foundation offers a special shoutout to the Tracy Family Foundation for their generous support of this program. Let's do this!
Mission
To educate and empower teens to make a difference through grantmaking, philanthropy, and community impact.
Our Core Values
Learn
Gain real-world experience in nonprofit funding and leadership.
Lead
Take charge and learn to be the decision-makers for grants that shape the community.
Give
See the power of generosity firsthand and make a difference.
Grow
Build skills that last a lifetime, from teamwork to budgeting to advocacy.
Inspire
Show others what young changemakers can do!
What's TAG All About?
✔ Learn how grantmaking works
✔ Make a real impact in the community
✔ Explore the importance of philanthropy
TAG (Teens Active in Grantmaking) is a chance for high school students in Quincy to make real change in their community. From September to May, TAG members meet monthly to explore the world of community leadership, philanthropy, and civic engagement. Through hands-on learning, guest speakers, and team collaboration, members gain a deeper understanding of local issues and how nonprofits make a difference.
Then comes the fun part — putting it all into action. With a real grant budget to manage, TAG members review applications, evaluate community impact, and make the final call on which projects receive funding. It's real money, real responsibility, and real-world experience. Cool, right?
Whether you're passionate about mental health, food access, education, or creating more opportunities for youth, TAG gives you the tools (and trust!) to turn ideas into impact.
Applications for the
2025-2026 Cohort Will
Open July 1
If you're a high school student in Quincy and you're all about making your community a better place, TAG might be your next big move.
Each year, new members are selected by our
TAG Advisory Committee.
Ready to apply?
Applications open July 1 and are due by September 1. You’ll need to create a quick account in our application system. It's easy, and the same account lets you apply for scholarships through the Community Foundation down the road. Win-win!
Fill out this quick form to be the first to know when applications open!
Ways to Get Involved
01
Become a TAG Member
We’re the new kids on the (philanthropy) block, and we’re looking for more teens ready to make waves!
02
Become a TAG Mentor
Adults will have the opportunity to guide our TAG members as part of our Advisory Committee.
03
Help us Recruit New Members
If you know someone who may be interested in joining this program as a TAG member, let us know!
04
Give to our Fund
We believe in this program and the opportunities that will be created through TAG's grants. If you would like to support the success of their grantmaking program, you are invited to give now.
Are you looking to apply for a
TAG grant?
Applications will be open soon. Stay tuned for more details, or follow us on Instagram @teensactiveingrantmaking
