Made By Us is thrilled to announce that applications for the Youth250 National Advisory Bureau are now open! This groundbreaking initiative invites young people, ages 18-30, to play an essential role in shaping the 250th Anniversary of the United States in 2026.
About the Youth250 Bureau
The Youth250 Bureau is a first-of-its-kind youth advisory body in the United States: 100 young adults, ages 18-30, providing input and vision to how our communities and institutions mark the nation’s 250th anniversary in 2026. Starting in January 2025, young people serve year-long terms as members of the Bureau, with more than 20 hours of focused training, connection with peers and opportunities to write, speak and create, in addition to advising organizations. Bureau members live all across the United States and its territories, represent a diverse range of perspectives and experiences, and receive a stipend for their time.
What Youth250 Advisors will do:
Participate in 20 hours of training on human centered design, consulting, youth engagement and so much more taught by our Youth250 Champions including the Smithsonian Institution, Teen Vogue, CoGenerate and the National Park Service
Lend 2-3 hours a week to Youth250 consultations, community building and skill development
Advise on programs, content and decisions to ensure an inviting, accessible experience for 18-30 year olds
Weigh in on programming, brand, marketing and positioning for the 250th
Serve as a champion, advocate and spokesperson for the youth inclusion and participation in the 250th
What Youth250 Advisors Will Gain:
Community: Join a growing cohort of individuals looking to shape America's democracy for the better
Impact: Play a direct role in shaping how the US marks its 250th across the country
Experience: Gain national-level work experience with leading cultural institutions, nonprofits, government agencies and corporations
Skill Development: Learn from top experts, develop a national platform, and receive mentorship from leaders in the field
Visibility: Opportunities to write, speak and be featured in connection with Youth250, on social media, blogs and traditional media
Compensation: Receive a $1,400 stipend, paid in three parts over the course of the program
We are looking for passionate applicants who are between 18-30 years old. No experience is required – just your lived experience and enthusiasm to be a part of this work.
Applications are due on November 9, 2024, at 11:59 pm PST.
For more information about the Youth250 Bureau and to apply, please visit Youth250.org. Have more questions? Feel free to email alex@historymadebyus.org.