The Summer Camp Leader Orientation has been updated and is now open for summer 2026! Camp Leader Orientation gives us a common understanding of: Leader-centered camping Keeping kids safe Sharing the gospel in cabin time and one-on-one Diversity, equity, and belonging at camp A belonging covenant we all agree to. And just as in the…
Did you know YoungLives is celebrating 35 years of ministry this year? We have a special opportunity to celebrate God’s faithfulness, share powerful stories of transformation, and invite our communities into the next chapter of ministry. To support staff in YoungLives ministry, we’ve created a 35th Anniversary Field Toolkit filled with plug-and-play resources designed to help you raise…
A fresh, new upgrade to our online giving platform is almost here! Built in partnership with digital fundraising experts, this new experience reduces the time it takes to donate from five-to-seven minutes, down to just seconds. With lightning-fast options like Apple Pay and Google Pay, plus a new “Ministry Explorer” map that automatically connects nearby…
After a prayerful process of evaluating many qualified candidates and much discernment, we are pleased to share that Phil Alfrey will transition from his current role as senior regional director for Young Life Military/Club Beyond, to his new role of vice president of Young Life Military/Club Beyond, beginning August 1, 2026. Read the announcement.
Watch your email on March 23 for the Young Life Staff Engagement Pulse Survey from People Element. As the next step in our Staff Engagement Survey, completed in April 2025, we are launching our Engagement Pulse Survey on March 23 and will keep it open through April 2. This pulse survey is designed to help…
Before planning any activity, please take a moment to review the activity guidelines page on Staff Resources. These guidelines ensure that every event is carried out safely, responsibly, and in alignment with Young Life standards. Reviewing them in advance helps protect participants, supports staff and volunteers, and creates a smooth, well-prepared experience for everyone involved….
Young Life is transitioning to Google Workspace Enterprise Plus (Gmail, Calendar, Drive/Shared Drives, and related Google tools) between February 2026 and July 2027. Learn more about why we are making this transition and find out when you’ll gain access to this new set of features!
Every year, Young Life invites donors to consider giving to missionwide initiatives beyond their current giving to their local Young Life area. These initiatives fund: U.S. Campership for kids in under-resourced communities: March and May 2026 Discipleship resources such as discipleship.younglife.org, Bible app projects, Words & Ways podcasts and more: April 2025 International Campership: September…
A Senior Club is a simple gathering that highlights seniors, allows them to be celebrated for their accomplishment, and introduces them to opportunities after high school — especially Young Life College. This event requires minimal extra effort from staff and leaders, but creates a meaningful moment to honor seniors and invite them to stay connected…
The Global Field Development Department’s 2026 Relationship-Centered Engagement Symposium schedule is now available! Symposiums are required for all newly-hired, or soon-to-be hired, U.S. field staff associates for the upcoming year, and new or current area directors or staff who want more training. This year’s symposiums feature tailored learning tracks, including a new track for area…
