Jackson, MS—Young people in Mississippi are being empowered with the education, the skills, and now the funds to improve the health of their peers and affect the greater community. Teen Health Mississippi (THMS), a state-wide, youth-focused organization addressing the sexual and mental health of teens and young adults across the state has introduced a mini-grant program for youth starting in 2019.
The inaugural Spark Youth Grant has been developed through a partnership with Advocates for Youth. The purpose of the award is to help an individual or group develop an idea that addresses unique challenges that impact the youth in their communities. Selected awardees will have three months to complete their projects, and they will receive technical assistance from Teen Health Mississippi throughout the planning and implementation of their idea.