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Grantee Partner Spotlight - Teen Think Tank Project

Written by grunin | Apr 27, 2026 1:52:10 PM

Grantee Spotlight: Teen Think Tank Project

Grunin Foundation funds for this program went to Trinity Episcopal Church which is the fiscal sponsor for Teen Think Tank Project. These funds were for the Social Action Lab Fellowship: Training Teens in Pragmatic Activism.

Teen Think Tank Project’s mission is to develop today’s teens into tomorrow’s leaders who will create a more positive and sustainable world for everyone.

Teen Think Tank Project’s Social Action Lab Fellowship is a transformative public policy and advocacy program designed for high-potential teens committed to driving meaningful social change. This fellowship equips participants with leadership, advocacy, and pragmatic activism skills while providing hands-on experience in public policy, nonprofit advocacy, and community engagement.

The Social Action Lab Fellowship focuses on the following:
* Research & Policy Exploration – The program heavily emphasizes policy exploration, stakeholder engagement, and advocacy.
* Structured Learning Environment – Participants undergo formal training in policy analysis, civic action, and pragmatic activism.
* Hands-On Policy Implementation – Students actively work with a nonprofit to implement policy-driven projects, mirroring the work of policy fellows in governmental and nonprofit settings.
* Substantial Academic Exposure – At 200 hours over 18 months, the duration and intensity of this program provides long-term academic and professional benefits to high school students.

To learn more about Teen Think Tank Project and the services provided, visit: teenthinktankproject.com
To learn more about Teen Think Tank Project’s Social Action Lab Fellowship, visit: teenthinktankproject.com/fellowship 

Credit: teenthinktankproject.com
Photo credit: facebook.com/teenthinktank 

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