Camps for Christ

YFC Camps are different from most Christian camps because our target audience is non-Christian students. In fact, a majority of YFC students who come to faith in Christ do so at camp. We are excited for what God is going to do in teenagers’ lives through camps this summer!

Ladybug at the Lagoon

Alex never really believed in God. He figured when he was older, he would find out what Christianity was all about. It wasn’t worth worrying about now. Then a friend from the soccer team invited him to a group led by Campus Life Private Schools.

In 2023, Alex went to Kiawah Island Camp. As he heard the gospel presented throughout the week, Alex wondered if there was more to Christianity than he’d realized. That school year, he started seeking God. As he attended each CLPS meeting, he asked questions and dove into Scripture. But he continued to wrestle with the idea of God being real.  Alex wondered.

Alex went to Kiawah again in 2024. On the last night, the speaker extended an invitation for students to commit their lives to Jesus. With his eyes closed, Alex prayed: “God, if you’re real, please give me a sign.” In that moment, a ladybug landed on his arm. As he watched it crawl around, Alex realized how much care God put into a tiny ladybug and how much more He must care about His people. That night, Alex surrendered his life to Christ.

As Alex finished his senior year, he took up a leadership role within his small group and went on to be an active member in the Christian Fellowship Group at The Ohio State University, where he reaches his peers for Christ. We praise God for using Youth for Christ as an instrument in Alex’s story and look forward to seeing how God continues to work in his life!

Kiawah Island

This weeklong trip with Campus Life Private Schools includes fun beach adventures, service opportunities, and a focus on the Gospel!

Needs:

• Scholarships: the program fee is $1,350 and we hope to send 5 students on scholarship.
• Volunteers have the opportunity to engage with students in conversation about life and God!

Camp Oasis

Campus Life Public Schools is hosting this year’s day camp at our new office! The week will be filled with the Gospel, fun activities, and trips to multiple locations, including the zoo, Fun ‘N’ Stuff, and Cedar Point! This event will reach over 60 public school students across the Greater Cleveland area!

Needs:

• Scholarships: the cost to send a student to Camp Oasis is $125.
• Volunteers: 20-25 volunteers are needed for small group leaders, set-up, teardown, security, and more!

Horse Camp

Horse Camp invites 11- to 19-year-olds from inner-city Cleveland to learn horseback riding, wilderness survival skills, woodworking, and crafting, as well as to hear the Gospel spoken over their lives!

STEAM Camp

STEAM Camp is designed for high school teens from urban areas to explore industries of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Music while getting a glimpse into college life at Huntington University. Each day, students hear the gospel and discover new career opportunities!

Needs:

• Scholarships: Horse Camp costs $30/student and STEAM Camp costs $110/student.

Deaf Teen Quest Camp

Deaf Teen Adventure Camp is an opportunity for DTQ students to have fun in nature while learning about Jesus! Activities include a ropes course, kayaking, and rock climbing. The week is led by deaf and hard of hearing adults and hearing allies. In addition, there will be a focus on learning how to serve others for Christ!

Needs:

• Scholarships: Camp costs $450 per student.

Juvenile Justice Ministry Cookouts

Juvenile Justice Ministry is hosting a two-day cookout inside Indian River, Cuyahoga Hills, and Cuyahoga County Juvenile Detention Facilities! This event is an opportunity to serve food to youth and staff, strengthen existing relationships, and encourage everyone through the preaching of the gospel.

Needs:

• Volunteers are needed to help with set up, grilling, serving food, and talking with youth. Volunteers are welcome to stay for a full or half day!

THANK YOU for reaching kids for Christ!

Click here to learn more about volunteering at one of our summer camps!