MAKE A DONATION

THE SYTA YOUTH FOUNDATION NEEDS YOU! 

The SYTA Youth Foundation connects youth with the resources required for travel experiences that will inspire them to be confident, connected, and globally responsible citizens. To date, the Foundation has awarded over $1.5M in programs and scholarships to over 8,000 student and youth.

There are a few ways where you can invest in our future leaders and spark curiosity and care for the world at the SYTA Annual Conference:

  • Donate an item for the Chance Drawing  (items valued at $100 or more) — Popular items are purses, jewelry, gift cards, sunglasses, or technology items such as Apple Air Tags or Golf Range Finder.
  • Donate a destination package to the Silent Auction (items valued at $500 or more)
  • Purchase a ticket to the Explore Branson Afterglow on Sunday, August 23 — More information to come!
  • Make a donation to the Annual Giving Society.

You do not have to attend the Annual Conference to participate in the online silent auction but you do have to attend to participate in the chance drawing  onsite so you can purchase tickets and drop them in the item box of your choice .

To donate an auction item, please complete the donation form.

LIVE AUCTION

For the live auction, we are looking to partner with destinations that will package hotel, restaurants, and attractions together for a value of $2,500 or more. Shopping gift cards and airline vouchers are an added benefit. This is a great opportunity to put together a travel package to showcase the best your location offers.

CHANCE DRAWING

For the chance drawing, gift cards, experiences, technology items and purses are hugely popular. Consider cashing in your credit card points for gift cards or items valued at $100 or more. Conference attendees purchase tickets in advance or onsite by credit card only (no cash accepted) and drop their tickets in the item box of their choice for a chance to win fun prizes. This opportunity is for those attending the 2026 SYTA Annual Conference.

If you have any questions, please email info@sytayouthfoundation.org.

IMPORTANT DATES

Collect Donations Now through July 24 at 5:00 PM EST
Silent Auction Opens

Monday, August 17 at 12:30 PM EST
Silent Auction Closes Monday, August 24 at 12:30 PM EST
Chance Drawing Opens (Onsite only) Friday, August 21 at 3:00 PM EST
Chance Drawing Closes (Onsite only) Monday, August 24 at 12:30 PM EST
Winners: Item Pick Up Available Monday, August 24 at 2:30PM – 5:30 PM