The Coalition of Community Fellows (CCF) is a youth mentoring program for ages 13-17, and applications for the CCF 2026-2027 are now being accepted.
This program is designed to expose youth to employment and career opportunities; help them build financial literacy and money-saving skills; introduce participants to community leaders and elected officials; teach problem-solving and conflict resolution skills; and provide field trips and fun! Upon completion of the program, students will receive a stipend.
We are excited to share that we are now launching a new cohort for the 2026-2027 school year, and we would love for you to be a part of it again — or for the first time!
Eligibility
· Participants must be 13 to 17 years old.
· Students must be at least 13 years of age by November 30 of the current year.
· Any student turning 18 before October 3, of the current year is not eligible for the program.
Application Deadline Friday, September 25
Orientation (all participants, new and returning) Thursday, September 24, 6:30 PM at the Wiley Kennedy Family Life Center, 1037 Eastman Street, Columbia, SC
Please note that orientation is required for all participants, whether you have been part of the program before or are joining for the first time.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Deeadra Ishmal-Lewis, 803 397-0758 or email projectmgr@wileykennedy-foundation.org or call Gwendolyn Singletary at 803-704-4149.