2025 Global Engagement Survey

In March 2025, the Global Staff Engagement Survey invited staff to share their overall engagement with Young Life, while also helping to determine best practices and priorities in the mission.

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What is Noteworthy?

We’re thrilled to have you here. This site serves as a central hub for missionwide announcements brought to you by the Monday Morning team of Young Life MarCom…

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Open Enrollment is Here

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For U.S staff, open enrollment for 2026 benefits is here! From October 29 to November 12, 2025, eligible staff will have the opportunity to review options and make any changes, with coverage effective January 1, 2026. This is the one time each year when staff can make changes or elect voluntary benefits without a qualifying life event, such as marriage or the birth of a child. 

This year’s plans include a few important updates and enhancements. Review the changes and see how to take action here.

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Volunteer Screenings — Is Your Area Up-to-Date?

Working with young people is one of our greatest privileges, and it carries with it the serious responsibility of keeping them safe. One of the most important ways we live out that responsibility is by keeping accurate records of every U.S. volunteer serving in the name of Young Life and ensuring that each has completed…

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Everything You Need to Make the Most of Giving Tuesday

Giving Tuesday (the Tuesday following Thanksgiving) falls on December 2, 2025. Over 36 million people in the U.S. give to nonprofits on this day of generosity — it’s a great time to engage donors in your local community to partner with Young Life! We have planning tips, as well as pre-made resources available: Pre-written and designed emails that are…

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Support is Doing More to Serve You Better

We’re excited to share a new way to submit requests that will help us respond faster and give you visibility into where your question is in the queue or with an expert. Click “Get Support” on the YL Connect Home Page or “submit” from YL Knowledge’s Contact Support page -> Check out the status of…

Young Life and Joe Gibbs Racing

This year marked the first-ever Young Life car in NASCAR through a partnership with Joe Gibbs Racing and the No. 19 Young Life Toyota GR Supra driven by Aric Almirola. What began as an idea from a few generous and creative fans of the mission became one of the most visible ministry moments we have…

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YLTV: Young Life’s
New TV Show for Staff

Now your favorite "show" and so much more is available in a streaming-style app! Catch up on all the 1YL conference videos along with other Young Life content (camp promos, inspiring stories, banquet content, etc.) in this easy-to-use and share app. Download for yourself today and share with your volunteers!

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