Our Partners
Partners of the Youth Climate Institute serve as mentors to students, lead climate workshops, support Chapter Leaders and local chapter activities, provide learning and action project resources, and help us promote the program to a national audience.
Hubs
Hubs are community-serving organizations that support chapters and students in a specific geographic area. These organizations are committed to supporting the next generation of climate leaders and have a deep understanding of their region's resources, strengths, and environmental needs.
Our Sponsors & Funders
About Our Sponsorship Levels
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Sponsor a Student
YCI students are passionate, hard-working high school students dedicating time out of school to better their community and learn more about their role as global citizens and environmental stewards.
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Sponsor a Chapter
Chapters meet regularly to have reflective discussions about environmental topics including climate science, climate justice, food waste, and more. Students, teachers, and community partners to identify and address a community climate concern.
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Sponsor a Tree Planting
Chapters tackle action projects that directly benefit their communities. Whether it’s a tree planting, advocacy campaigns, or stream clean-up, these boots-on-the-ground efforts have an immediate and lasting impact.
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Sponsor a Teacher
YCI teachers are super stars! These are classroom teachers who take time out of their busy schedules to guide and educate the next generation of climate leaders, creating a safe space for informed climate discussion and community action.
Support the Next Generation of Climate Leaders
Please consider supporting the Youth Climate Institute with a one-time or annual donation! Your generous donation will directly support our young climate leaders, their chapter leaders, and their community action projects.
We are grateful for any support given by individuals, corporations, and foundations. You can make a custom donation or choose from one of our sponsorship levels below:
The Youth Climate Institute is a program of the Howard County Conservancy. We do not sell or give donor’s personal information to any other organization or individual. The Conservancy is a 501c3 nonprofit organization – donations are tax deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law. A copy of our current financial statement is available upon request by calling our office. Documents submitted to the State of Maryland under The Maryland Charitable Solicitations Act are available from the Office of the Secretary of State for the cost of copying/postage.
Our Mission
The Youth Climate Institute© educates and certifies the next generation of leaders on climate science, environmental justice and real world solutions. YCI student voices are amplified for civic action and positive change in their communities leading to aware, engaged and responsible stewards of our shared planet.
