"To be a successful YAC member takes a commitment to hard work,
a willingness to work with others, and the ability to think
outside the box." -
John Donkersloot, YAC member of the Community
Foundation for the Holland/Zeeland Area
"It has given me opportunities (opened doors) and connections that I never would have had." -
Jared DeBacker, former YAC member of the Hillsdale County Community Foundation
"My while life has changed due to the YAC,
everything I do focuses around it. It has given me leadership
skills, and it makes me recognize the problems of others in our
city." - Nathan Vinson, former YAC member of the Southfield
Community Foundation
"It gives me a different outlook on life and led
me to meet new people." - Robin Mersereau, YAC Member of the Grand Haven Area Community Foundation
"I've learned about responsibility and diversity." -
Scott Dane, former YAC member of the Capital Region Community Foundation
"Being involved in YAC has given me a
voice in important decisions and given me the opportunity to play
an active role in my community" -
Noelle Evans, YAC member of the Community Foundation for
Southeast Michigan
"Working with youth will be like a stone thrown
into a pond; the ripples keep expanding far beyond our time and
place, far beyond our ability to measure or perhaps even
envision." - Russell G. Mawby, former CEO, W.K. Kellogg
Foundation
"The gift of giving is something
everyone should experience, especially youth, and I am filled with
gratitude to those who gave me the chance to experience this
wonderful opportunity" - Emma Wilson, YAC member of the
Fremont Area Community Foundation
"When you serve on a YAC, you leave your
attitude at the door and work for the good of the whole community.
This is a true democracy-a chance to share leadership. I've seen
our YAC really change people and break down barriers." -
Jonathan Snyder, former YAC member of the Community Foundation of
Greater Flint
