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April 15, 2024
AYF launches Cleveland Regional Action Network
The American Youth Foundation is proud to launch its first Regional Action Network in Cleveland, Ohio. Shane Hinde, Mary Leach, Julie Meadows, and Meg Nystrom …
April 12, 2024
AYF expands Spark Adult Retreat to Merrowvista
The American Youth Foundation is pleased to launch its Spark Adult Retreat at Merrowvista from August 23 to 25. Registration is now open. Director of …
April 11, 2024
RSVP for AYF Meet the President Events
American Youth Foundation President Liz Marshall is hitting the road this year to meet with AYF supporters across the country at Meet the President events, …
March 28, 2024
Staff Spotlight: Miniwanca’s Tiwi Freeman
Tiwi Freeman can never stay away from the American Youth Foundation too long. He first connected with the AYF in 2010 through Merrowvista, where he …
March 27, 2024
Meet new AYF President Liz Marshall in a city near you
American Youth Foundation President Liz Marshall is hitting the road this year to meet with AYF supporters across the country at Meet the President events, …
March 1, 2024
Meet the Spark 2024 Coordinating Team
Spark, the American Youth Foundation’s retreat for adults, returns to Miniwanca for its third year from September 12 to 15. AYF Director of Adult Programs …
February 20, 2024
Register now for Miniwanca, Merrowvista Volunteer Weekends
The entire family is invited to lend a hand this spring at Miniwanca and Merrowvista! This year, Volunteer Weekend takes place April 26 to 28 …
February 20, 2024
Staff Spotlight: Merrowvista’s Katsu Okuma
Katsu Okuma wasn’t a “camp kid” growing up. Instead, he spent summers traveling around Ohio playing baseball. The camp bug finally got him in high …
February 20, 2024
2024 NLC Class Challenge kicks off March 4
The National Leadership Conference community is a prime example of serving humbly. Each summer, dozens of dedicated volunteers staff the American Youth Foundation’s longest running …
February 14, 2024
AYF facilities teams build on legacy
Before sites are flooded with summer campers, the facilities teams at Miniwanca and Merrowvista prioritize larger structural projects that enhance the quality of life for …
February 5, 2024
Meet the 2024 Summer Seminars for Women team
The American Youth Foundation’s Summer Seminars for Women celebrates its 36th year in 2024. Its longevity and popularity couldn’t be sustained without dedicated leadership, and …
January 30, 2024
Miniwanca will host St. Louis meet up Feb. 10 and 11
There are two upcoming opportunities to meet Miniwanca staff and learn what summer camp 2024 is all about! Bring a friend and find out what …