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newsarticle - Philanthropy Journal-Giving youth the power to give

newsarticle - Philanthropy Journal-Your online source for news about nonprofits, social issues, and policy change: "Giving youth the power to give

Youth grantmaking programs grab hold in North Carolina.

09.05.2006 -

By Leslie Williams

With large foundations parsing out millions of dollars in grant money each year, a group with $10,000 to distribute might feel a little insignificant.

Not so, when the money is in the hands of young people excited about what just a few dollars can accomplish in their communities, says Nikki Devillers.

Devillers, assistant vice president at Foundation for the Carolinas in Charlotte, oversees the foundation's Teen Impact Fund, a year-old program that entrusts high school students with $10,000 to distribute to community programs."

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