A charitable organization committed to supporting young people in Martha’s Vineyard, MV Youth distributes grants to groups engaged in effective, community-enhancing work. MY Youth also offers scholarships for high school students planning to attend college or pursue professional training. Workforce development scholarships are available to individuals aged 18 to 25 who wish to pursue technical careers in an areas such aviation, culinary arts, health care, horticulture, building, wind technology, and more, either on Martha’s Vineyard or elsewhere.
The scholarships, which are awarded based on a combination of merit and financial need, are sustained for the duration of the professional or technical training program.