General Updates
July 8, 2020
Learn to be an active anti-racist ally with Kids4Peace Boston
The American Youth Foundation’s longstanding partner, Kids4Peace Boston, is offering a free online training for preteens and teenagers who want to learn more about anti-racism work and how they can enact …
June 19, 2020
AYF launches free online programming, Invincible Summer, on July 6
By Catherine Klene “In the midst of winter, I found there was, within me, an invincible summer.” This popular quote inspired the name of AYF’s …
June 2, 2020
We Must be the Change
The American Youth Foundation stands in solidarity with communities of color who continue to bear the weight of longtime, systemic injustice and who have suffered …
May 22, 2020
Our Community Rises to the Challenge
by Catherine Klene Summer 2020 will undoubtedly be different than years past, but president Anna Kay Vorsteg shared that the AYF community has already exceeded her expectations. “This …
April 15, 2020
AYF Statement on the Coronavirus
Read An Important Update from AYF President Anna Kay Vorsteg For the latest answers to your Frequently Asked Questions, please click here (updated Wednesday, April …
March 30, 2020
An Invitation to Shelter in Place
By Anna Kay Vorsteg Surely you are aware of the many Executive Orders being issued by Governors at this time. I write to make sure …
March 20, 2020
Playing the Hand We’ve Been Dealt
By Gretchen Clayton It is an understatement to say that this whole coronavirus situation is difficult – for kids, adults, businesses – everyone is …
February 20, 2020
“Faces around us were lighting up…” A Summer at Miniwanca
Below, Ollie Williamson, a former and current Boys Camp staff member shares his experience of his first summer on staff at Miniwanca. We hope you …
December 17, 2019
Seeking Interesting, Interested Adults
“I dare you, whoever you are, to share with others the fruits of your daring. Catch a passion for helping others, and a richer life …
June 20, 2019
Remembering Mary Ellen Haan
Mary Ellen Haan was a camper, staff, and Advisory Council member at Miniwanca for many decades. She shared her love for camp with generations of …
November 2, 2018
Apply to Work Summer 2019
With the Miniwanca Staff Application officially open for Summer 2019 (#JoinTheTeam2019), we’re looking forward to connecting with new and returning staff members from all around …
October 20, 2018
Remembering Marie Prange Oetting
Marie Prange Oetting had a life-long involvement with the American Youth Foundation and embraced the timeless mission of balanced living and best self as an …