Two dozen red-shirted Nestlé Purina PetCare employees gathered outside the American Youth Foundation office in St. Louis on a bright Tuesday morning to learn a little more about the AYF...

Director of Miniwanca Griffin Vogler brought her passion for community, mentorship, and inspirational growth to the American Youth Foundation in 2020 after a 10-year career in the senior healthcare industry....

Join the American Youth Foundation online Wednesday, May 24 at 8 p.m. ET/7 p.m. CT for “Advancing Toward Our Best,” an AYF-wide townhall. We’ll share exciting updates regarding the AYF’s...

Aubrie Boyd grew up loving summer camp life, from her first sleepaway camp experience at Camp Wyandot in Ohio to her role as a seasonal staffer at other campers. She...

There are several opportunities for volunteers for those who want to serve humbly and reconnect with their favorite American Youth Foundation program this spring and summer. “Volunteer support is vital...

The National Leadership Conference roared back to life in summer 2022 after two years of virtual and abbreviated gatherings and brought with it a fresh outlook supported by a strong...

The American Youth Foundation will welcome back esteemed former colleague and community member Kris Light this summer. Light will join the AYF Leadership Team as Director of Strategic Program Initiatives...

Miniwanca is coming to Detroit, Michigan on Sunday, April 16! Join us at the Bell family home in Bloomfield Hills from 1 to 3 p.m. Learn more about summer 2023...

Miniwanca was a transformative force in Sandra George’s life. She returned to camp summer after summer, first as a camper and National Leadership Conference participant, then as a seasonal staff...

The American Youth Foundation Board of Directors welcomed two new members to its ranks at its annual spring meeting in St. Louis earlier this month. Among the business at hand...

Explore Merrowvista and learn more about summer 2023 during our Open House! Join us at at Merrowvista at 147 N. Canaan Road in Center Tuftonboro, Hew Hampshire from 1 to...

American Youth Foundation summer programs kick off in less than 100 days, and participant families are already preparing for Opening Day. Amid the flurry of health forms and handbooks, they’re...

Miniwanca is coming to Whitehall, Michigan on Saturday, April 15! Join us at the Viking Athletic Complex in Whitehall from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.! Learn more about summer 2023...

Miniwanca is coming to Chicago, Illinois on Wednesday, April 12! Join us at the Hannam family home in Downer’s Grove, Illinois from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Learn more about summer...

For almost 100 years, American Youth Foundation campers have embarked on journeys measured in miles, challenges, and personal growth. Like any journey, camp begins with a single step, and for...

Miniwanca is coming to Columbus, Ohio on Wednesday, April 5! Join us at Everal Barn and Homestead from 5 to 7:30 p.m. Learn more about summer 2023 and meet Camp...

Miniwanca is coming to Cleveland on Friday, March 17 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.! Open house will take place at the von der Heydt family home in Shaker Heights. RSVP...

The American Youth Foundation continues to connect with new communities across the country. Recently, nearly 50 teenagers in Iowa experienced a taste of the AYF’s mission and values at Purina...