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Applications Available for 2026-2027 Okoboji YIP Initiative

1 week ago in Local

Applications Available for 2026-2027 Okoboji YIP Initiative

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Arnolds Park, IA (Northwestiowanow.com) — The Okoboji Foundation is taking applications for the 2026-2027 Youth in Philanthropy Initiative.

Administrative Director Ali Schmitz says the program is designed to teach high school students the impact philanthropy, nonprofit organizations, and fundraising can have on a community; and also, to develop fundraising and leadership skills.

Members meet once a month.

Students from Harris Lake Park, Okoboji, and Spirit Lake are eligible to participate. Applications can be found on the Okoboji Foundation website and are due back by September 10th.

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