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Youth Application 26-27

Leadership Lincoln 2026-2027 Youth Application

APPLICANT INSTRUCTIONS:

We believe in diversity and equity. If you have a disability or health condition that requires accommodations to participate in Youth Leadership Lincoln, please contact us at 402‑441‑4661 or info@leadershiplincoln.org. We will make every reasonable effort to meet your request. 

You must complete the online application in one session. It may be helpful to draft your responses in a separate document and then copy/paste them into the application. 

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

All application materials must be submitted by 5pm on Friday, May 8, 2026 to be considered for the YLL 30 cohort. 

  • Two reference form submissions from school staff (teacher, counselor, or administrator). 
  • A Parent/Guardian Acknowledgement Form completed by at least one parent or guardian. 
  • The student’s completed application. 

Students will be notified of Leadership Lincoln’s decision on Monday, May 18, 2026.

REQUIRED MATERIALS:

APPLICATION FORM
APPLICANT PERSONAL INFORMATION
Prefix
First Name *
Middle
Last Name *
Suffix
Country
Address Line 1 *
City *
State/Province *
Postal Code *
DEMOGRAPHIC INFORMATION

Leadership Lincoln hopes to represent a cross-section of citizens from a variety of backgrounds. Leadership Lincoln graduates bring divergent perspectives to address Lincoln’s needs. The following optional information helps us identify applicants from a cross-section of the city. 

Gender
Month
/
Day
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Year
Race or Ethnic Background (check all that apply)
Will you be in 10th grade in 2026-2027?
How did you hear about Youth Leadership Lincoln
TUITION & SCHOLARSHIPS

Applying to Leadership Lincoln is free and open to all Lancaster County students who will be in tenth grade during the 2026-2027 school year. Leadership Lincoln charges a tuition fee of $350.00 to all individuals selected to participate in the program.

Tuition assistance may be available through a scholarship program. If you are interested in scholarship support, that request must be made when your application is submitted. Scholarships may be offered to applicants at the discretion of the Selection Committee.

Reason for request (please use 2-3 sentences to explain your financial need, e.g. does your family qualify for free or reduced school lunch)?
APPLICATION QUESTIONS
3. If you have not had the opportunity to participate in a school or non-school activity, why not?
4. Leadership Lincoln seeks youth who represent each of these categories. Which are you?
ESSAY QUESTION

In 300-500 words, respond to one or more of the reflection questions listed below. You may choose a single question to focus on or combine several into one cohesive response. Use this space to help us understand who you are, what matters to you, and how you hope to grow as a leader. 

  • Tell us about a moment when you stepped into leadership, formally or informally. What did you learn about yourself? 
  • What is one issue affecting young people that you believe deserves more attention? How do you think leaders should respond? 
  • Describe a change you’d like to help create in your community. What role do you imagine yourself playing in that change? 
  • Share anything else about your background, identity, or experiences that would help us understand who you are as a leader. 
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