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Youth Investment Fund

The Youth Investment Fund is a direct pathway to empowering young changemakers in their communities with the financial resources, mentorship, and technology they need to make a real impact. By contributing, you’ll join a robust community of like-minded individuals committed to investing in the next generation of change agents.

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Help address problems faced by local communities today

While founded in 1992, we deliberately expanded our reach in 2017 to become accessible to all young changemakers and to accelerate our impact across the globe: 

  • nearly 30,000 young people from 166 countries have joined our online community 
  • we have supported over 13,000 impactful projects 
  • and over 2,000,000 individuals worldwide are impacted by the incredible work of youth-led initiatives 

But we’re just scratching the surface of what’s possible. There’s so much more change to be made, and with the support of people like you, we are getting closer to meeting this goal every day. Join us now.




Together We Create

A Global Network of Social Change Investors

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Who is Peace First?

We are a global community that elevates the voices and unleashes the power of young people worldwide to catalyze meaningful change in their communities. We provide training, mentorship, and thought leadership to help changemakers ideate, design, and launch projects that have an impact locally, regionally, and globally.
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What is the Youth Investment Fund (YIF)?

At its core, Peace First’s Youth Investment Fund is an invitation to be a part of a youth-led movement for social change. Your contribution represents the unwavering belief that young changemakers possess the vision, passion, and determination to create a better world. Your support provides young changemakers with the financial resources, mentorship, and skills they need to make a positive impact in their community. Social change is not a one-time project, it is an ongoing collaborative process; and it is at the heart of our mission at Peace First to invest in our incredible young changemakers who have the passion and capability to create the changes that we want and need in the world.
"Peace First is like a person saying: I trust you, and I believe in what you want to do."
Camila Triñanes
Camila Triñanes Peace First Ambassador in Peru

OUR COLLECTIVE PURPOSE

At Peace First, we firmly believe that 'in giving, we receive.' Philanthropy is a privilege that transcends wealth and status—it is a responsibility we all share. By contributing to the Youth Investment Fund, you are not just making a financial contribution; you are sending a powerful message of solidarity to our international community of young changemakers. Your support paves the way for a brighter future, driven by the passion and dedication of our youth leaders. Join us in embracing the power of a grassroots circle of support that mirrors the determination of changemakers worldwide. The Youth Investment Fund is dedicated to building a global network of investors who champion and nurture the youth-led movement for social change through personally meaningful contributions.

WHY INVEST IN YOUTH CHANGEMAKING?

Across the globe, 1.6 billion young individuals hold the keys to innovative solutions for many of the world’s issues, yet so many lack the essential tools, skills, connections, and funding needed to bring their visions to life. Peace First bridges this gap and empowers young changemakers with the necessary resources and guidance to turn their dreams into tangible impact. Imagine a world where the boundless energy and creativity of each of these young minds is harnessed to create meaningful and lasting change. That is the world we are actively building. For over 30 years, Peace First has been at the forefront of this transformative youth-led movement. We've nurtured over 30,000 Young Changemakers in 166 countries, supporting more than 13,000 projects worldwide. But our work is far from over.

This is where YOU come in

Your support is not just a contribution; it's an investment in a brighter, more compassionate future. By joining us, you become a crucial part of our circle of generosity, amplifying the voices of these young leaders and propelling their ideas into action. Together, let's build a world where the passion of youth meets the resources they need to create lasting change. Join us in empowering the Young Changemakers who are shaping our future. Consider a monthly investment and, together, we'll rewrite the story of what is possible.

Learn More About Our Inclusive Philanthropy Philosophy

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If paying online is not accessible to you or you prefer a different method, please reach out to us via donate@peacefirst.org. We accept checks, wire transfers, and ACH as well as stocks and securities.

Peace First is a 501(c)(3) organization

Donations are tax-deductible

EIN: 04-3323467



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