Director of Boys Camp Paul Kerchberger checks in this week with dispatches from Miniwanca Boys Camp. This week, Miniwanca welcomed 124 two-week Darers and Pioneers to camp, kicking off the...

As they prepared for summer 2022, the American Youth Foundation team was determined to provide a strong network of support for campers struggling with emotional health. Director of Community Life,...

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....

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...

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...

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...

Miniwanca is coming to St. Louis on Sunday, March 5! Join us at Eden Theological Seminary from 1 to 4 p.m. Learn more about summer 2023 and meet Camp Directors...

The entire family is invited to lend a hand this spring at Miniwanca and Merrowvista! This year, Volunteer Weekend takes place April 28 to 30 at Miniwanca and May 12...

The American Youth Foundation will offer a new program in August 2023 that will introduce first-time campers from the Detroit area to Miniwanca and summer camp. The Dare to Adventure...

Miniwanca Girls Camp Director Bethany Wise is new to the American Youth Foundation, but not to the world of youth development and outdoor education. Bethany spend her childhood summers as...

The AYF invites the Miniwanca community to meet the Directors on a Zoom townhall Wednesday, Jan. 11 at 8 p.m. ET. They’ll share their ideas for 2023, what they’re looking...

Temperatures may be dropping, but the American Youth Foundation is fully focused on warm sunny days ahead as registration opened for 2023 summer camp this week. Already, more than 200...

Paul Kerchberger joined the American Youth Foundation in 2021, but he’s no stranger to summer camp life. He spent his youth soaring among the trees on the high ropes course...