You were made for this.

Inviting young people to experience life as

GOD DESIGNED IT TO BE LIVED.

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Who We Are

At a Glance

1941

​ Young Life Begins in the U.S.
In a town in Texas, at the request of his pastor, a young associate pastor named Jim Rayburn began showing young people how much God cares about them by showing up in their world and sharing the message of God's love through Jesus in ways and words they could understand and relate to.

2 Million

Young People Reached by Young Life Staff and Leaders
Whether it's in cities or villages, towns or tower-blocks, in countries on every continent, Young Life leaders are working with over 2 million young people, right in their own neighborhoods.
 
 

100+ ​ Countries

With Young Life Staff and Leaders
Today, Young Life is a global organization with local focus. You'll find Young Life leaders from diverse cultures, nationalities and backgrounds in over 100 countries around the world.
 
 

348,000

Kids Involved Weekly
Since 1941, Young Life leaders have walked with kids and earned the right to be heard in an exhausting and exciting world. ​ In 2018 these 348,000 kids were involved every week all around the world.
 
 
 

FOR ALL KIDS

WE ARE ACTIVELY REACHING OUT TO STUDENTS ON BOSTON'S SOUTH SHORE

Middle schoolers are invited to check out Wyldlife, and Young Life for high schoolers. Everyone is welcome!

out there in a world of kids

BUILDING AUTHENTIC BONDS OF FRIENDSHIP

ACCEPTING THEM JUST AS THEY ARE

You Were Made for this

Your story matters, and it can make a difference beyond what you imagine.

Volunteer your time to work directly with young people.

Support the staff and leaders as part of the local adult committee.

Give resources to start or sustain the financial foundation at the local or national level.

The involvement of people like you is vital to healthy, sustainable, quality youth work in your area and across our nations.
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