American political youth organization
Not to be confused with Young Americans for Freedom.
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| Abbreviation | YAF |
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| Formation | 1969; 55 years ago (1969) |
| Type | Youth organization |
| Legal status | 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization |
| Purpose | Conservative activism |
| Headquarters | 11480 Commerce Park Drive, Sixth Floor, Reston, VA 20191 |
Region served | United States |
President | Scott Walker |
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Budget | Revenue: $33,050,410 Expenses: $26,250,582 (FYE December 2019)[1] |
| Website | yaf |
Young America's Foundation (YAF) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit conservative youth organization founded in 1969. In 2018, the Los Angeles Times called YAF "one of the most preeminent, influential and controversial forces in the nation's conservative youth movement."[2] Scott Walker, former governor of Wisconsin and 2016 Republican presidential candidate, became President of YAF on February 1, 2021.
Notable alumni members include Jeff Sessions and Stephen Miller.[3]
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- ^ Willon, Phil (January 18, 2018). "Reagan Ranch has transformed into a spawning ground for young conservatives". Los Angeles Times.
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