The City of Aspen’s Commit to Tomorrow Campaign is supporting youth to implement environmental and climate action projects within our community with funding (up to $1500) and mentorship through the Youth Sustainability Ambassador Grant program.
This program intends to empower Aspen youth in local climate leadership by supporting hands on climate innovation while fostering leadership and developing project management skills. These youth-led projects will further City of Aspen’s Environmental Health and Sustainability Department’s mission to protect and nurture an equitable, healthy, and resilient community and environment through partnership, purposeful service, and innovative action.
Program Goals
- Foster understanding of local climate initiatives
- Engage the community on climate issues through real world projects
- Empower and amplify local climate leadership
Eligibility
- Youth ages 24 and under
- Submit a winning sustainable project for the community.
- Reside in the Aspen urban growth boundary and/or attend Aspen Public Schools
APPLY HERE BY 5:00 P.M. ON JANUARY 26, 2026:
Timeline
- Application opens | December 5, 2026
- Applications due | January 26, 2026
- Selected ambassador projects announced | Mid-late February 2026
- Project implementation | February- may 2026
- Showcase (tentative) | June 2026
Application Guidance
Review the Ambassador Application Guidance Document, which includes the scoring criteria and an example application for reference.
If you have further questions, email climate@aspen.gov