Caregiving Youth Student Leadership Program

Scholarship Window is Open

The 2025 retreat for MCEC’s Caregiving Youth Student Leadership Program is February 14-18, 2025 at the University of Texas, San Antonio. This incredible opportunity awaits you. Apply now for a scholarship to this life-changing training.

Caregiving youth in high school with leadership potential, representing all branches of the Armed Forces, to include National Guard and Reserves, are invited to apply. Application link can be found below.

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must be:

• A youth in a caregiver role* 
• Willing and able to travel to San Antonio on dates listed for the event 
• A high school freshman, sophomore, or junior in good academic standing 

Application Deadline: 

The application window is open through Wednesday, January 15. Both application and nomination form are required to be considered. Students will be notified if they are requested for an interview. After the interview and selection process is complete, all students who were not selected for the program will also be notified. 

This is a scholarship-based program which covers the following costs: 

MCEC covers:

• Flight to and from San Antonio Airport 
• Hotel/lodging for 4 nights 
• Meals from the time student arrives to the time they depart 
• Activities planned for the event 
• Travel while in Texas 

MCEC does not cover: 

• Luggage fees 
• Ground transportation to and from local airport 
• Food while traveling 
• Souvenirs or extra snacks 

Please contact Julie Coffey with questions: 
Julie.Coffey@MilitaryChild.org

*Caregiving youth, also known as Hidden Helpers, are the children, youth, and young adults (up to age 18) who are actively involved in or currently impacted by the care needs of a wounded, ill, or injured veteran.