The TAG Team was founded to expose young people to the world of philanthropy (defined by the team as the giving of "time, treasures and talents"). The Team is made up of two representatives, age 12-21, from each of Allegan County's twelve high schools. The Team awards money to Allegan County programs and projects that support youth...from building soccer fields and youth recreation facilities to fighting teen pregnancy, substance abuse, depression, and suicide..

Since its inception in 1993, the TAG Team has distributed more than $100,000 to community organizations. To demonstrate its dedication, the Team raised $25,000 on its own in 1996 as part of the W.K. Kellogg Foundation Challenge. The TAG Team's assets now exceed $1 million. To ensure that there will always be funds available for youth-oriented projects, only the interest earned on investments can be spent each year.

How can the TAG Team help you?

Each year, the TAG Team accepts and reviews grant applications for projects that impact young people in Allegan County. Funds are awarded for the most innovative and far-reaching projects .

Members of the TAG Team are actively involved in community service and act as a conduit between their peers and the adults who provide youth-oriented services, keeping providers aware of what's needed and the best ways to deliver services to our community's young people.

How can you help the TAG Team?

You don't have to be a member of the Team to help our community's young people. Financial donations to the ACCF's TAG Team are always welcome. Contributions of time and talent are also appreciated. To join the Team or find out other ways you can help, contact Theresa Bray, Executive Director of the ACCF.

Left: TAG Team member, Keith, performing community service at PAWS with a Cause.

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