Gladys Marinelli Coccia Award
Youth Service America (YSA)
Program: The first annual Gladys Marinelli Coccia Award will recognize two young
female social entrepreneurs, ages 14 to 17, whose initiatives serve the common good of
the community.
Award: $2,000 for the social enterprise; travel, lodging, and registration to National
Service-Learning Conference in San Jose, CA – March 24-27, 2010; awardee will serve
as a spokesperson for YSA’s initiatives; invitation to serve on the executive board of
Girls Helping Girls; access to YSA’s resources to support and expand social enterprise
Eligibility: Girls between the ages of 14 and 17 on January 1, 2010; located in the
United States (special consideration will be given to nominees located in West Virginia
and Metro Washington, DC); must have her own social enterprise; be supported by
contributions of at least $1,000 (cash and/or in-kind); have a business plan, including an
itemized budget
Deadline: January 15, 2010
Application Guidelines/Submission: Visit the website for complete application
guidelines/submission.
Website: http://ysa.org/grants/announcements/coccia-award