To unite, equip, and mobilize young people to understand their identities, to effectively fulfill their purposes, and to authentically impact their communities and world.

Children & Youth , Leadership Development , Protestant , Religion , Youth Development - Religious Leadership , Youth Development Programs

1 youth mentoring:weekly mentoring program involving servicing young people in building healthy relationships inside and outside the family, making responsible decisions, improving grades and attendance in school and extra-curricular activities, avoiding "at risk" behavior, and preparing proactively for their future whether it be higher education or a vocation. Development of program this year included formal structuring of program, increased use of best practices, mentor training, and agricultural mentoring initiative. faith-based, multigenerational programs for youth development including conferences, training events, special activities, community service initiatives, agricultural mentoring initiatives, and internships servicing approximately 155 people. Select students are given the opportunity for an intensive residential leadership program involving servant leadership, cultural development by traveling abroad, regional networking, and equipping for life, family, religion, career, business, education, civics, media, arts and entertainment and recreation. networking, uniting and collaborating with approximately 150 churches, other nonprofits (faith based and nonreligious alike) and businesses to more effectively reach, support, and engage young people and their families. Programming includes conferences, special events, community outreach, and trainings. This year included outreach events where hundreds of youth and their families were serviced with prayer, encouragement, relationship and referral. Follow up measures continue throughout the year for varied mobilization after the events.