The Association of Illinois Township Committees on Youth (AITCOY) is a statewide, incorporated, not-for-profit organization of township-affiliated youth/family service agencies and programs. AITCOY is a statewide voice and resource for community-based human services agencies. AITCOY has four purposes:
- To promote improved services for youth and families in townships throughout Illinois.
- To promote the professional identity of Township Committees on Youth and Township-affiliated youth and family service departments and agencies.
- To provide training and technical assistance for the establishment and development of Township Committees on Youth and Township-affiliated youth/family service programs.
- To facilitate cooperation, information and resource sharing among such entities and programs.
The Association carries out its purposes by meeting quarterly, offering professional development trainings, and networking amongst members and other professional youth/family resources.
Undergraduate Scholarship
AITCOY offers a $1000 undergraduate scholarship for one high school senior who plans on attending a four year college.
Applicants must:
- demonstrate an interest in and have participated in serving their community
- have at least a B grade point average
- demonstrate leadership qualities
- plan on majoring in one of the following fields: social work, counseling, psychology, youth recreation, youth prevention, or sociology
- be an Illinois resident
Scholarship Value: $1,000
Awards Available: 1
Award Deadline: Register to View