THE POWER OF “YES”
Being a part of CYL means you believe in the power of “Yes” – the willingness to jump into an adventure even if you don’t have it all figured out just yet. It means you want to learn more about the world around you, discover your own gifts, and make a real impact.
HERE’S WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT
SOLID GUIDANCE
We provide the framework to help you know what this all looks like. You’ll have incredible “old” people who want to help you through each step. You won’t be alone and you won’t look dumb.
FUN OPPS &
REAL IMPACT
We get it: You’ve had some less than stellar volunteer experiences. Not here. We partner with the best nonprofits to create opportunities that will challenge your perceptions and increase your impact.
COOL
PEOPLE
Our community is seeking ways to help others live a fuller life. We’re not all-stars; we’re fellow travelers finding the answers to life’s tough questions. All are invited and no one is left behind.
YOU BECOMING AWESOME(R)
Where this takes you is largely up to you, but we know one thing: you won’t be the same. You’re going to be more confident, more compassionate, and more capable for whatever lies ahead.
HERE’S WHAT YOU’ll DO

LEADERSHIP EXPLORATION MEETINGS
(LEMs)
You’ll get together with cool people to figure out what the best kind of leaders look like.

SERVICE
ADVENTURES
Opportunities that will change your life as you realize just how much impact you can have.

PERSONAL VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
We’ll help connect you to the missions you really care about so you can invest where it’s most valuable to you.
IMPACT NEVER FELT SO GOOD
YOU’RE READY
You don’t need to wait for college, or to be more popular, or anything else; your capacity for leadership begins the second you decide to make a positive impact where you are.