Get involved

Students, mentors, and community partners.

Students lead the ideas. Mentors contribute perspective, volunteers help with practical work, and schools and organizations connect projects with local needs.

Opportunities are being developed. Public applications are not open. This website does not accept personal information.

Contact & partnerships

School and community partnerships.

We welcome conversations with schools, community organizations, universities, and others who want to support youth-led projects. Partnership applications are not open yet. An official contact email and mailing address will be published when confirmed.

Until an official channel is available, please do not send student records, health information, financial details, or other sensitive personal information on behalf of a minor.

Official social channels will be published here when confirmed.

Availability

Partnership applications are not open yet.

These opportunities are being developed. This website currently provides information and does not accept applications or personal details. We will update this page when applications open.

Useful information

Frequently asked questions

Who can participate?

Programs are being designed primarily for middle and high school students. Final age, location, and cohort requirements will be published with each opportunity.

Are programs free?

Pricing and financial-aid details have not yet been finalized. We aim to reduce cost barriers and will publish clear terms before registration opens.

Can international students join?

Some future online activities may be open more broadly, but eligibility will vary by program and applicable safeguarding requirements.

How will micro-grants be awarded?

Grants range from $200–$1,000 per student-led initiative, whether led by one student or a team. Review considers community benefit, feasibility, educational value, mission alignment, and student leadership. Awards depend on available resources. Applications are not yet open.

How can mentors help?

Mentors may support project design, research, technical questions, presentations, and reflection. Screening and role expectations will be set before matching begins.

Do you collect student information here?

No. Public applications are not open and this website does not accept student information.

How will student stories be shared?

Only with appropriate review and permission. We will minimize identifying details and apply additional safeguards for minors.

Is Catalyst Society a 501(c)(3)?

Catalyst Society has submitted its application for recognition as a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. The application is pending, and the IRS has not yet approved it.

Start with a student idea

Preparing a student project application.

A complete plan is not a starting requirement. Explore the application to see how an interest, a community need, and a request for support can come together.

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