The LIFE Program was founded in 2002 at South High School in Springfield, Ohio. It is a multiage, experiential program focused on leadership training, service learning, and personal development. Throughout the year, participants in the LIFE Program participate in a number of activities including a leadership training weekend retreat, numerous service learning activities, and physical workouts. During the summer, the LIFE participants go on a 3-week backpacking and training trip. During the trip, the LIFE participants explore the wilderness throughout the United States and do a variety of service projects with a number of local and national community organizations. Participants also have the opportunity to develop their leadership skills while working with these organizations. Over the last 18+ years, participants have traveled to and volunteered in over 30 National Parks in 45 states. Currently, there are over 200 LIFE Program Alumni.
LIFE Program Community Partners and Sponsors
Alameda County Food Bank
US Bureau of Land Management
Clark County School District
Clifton Gorge State Nature Preserve
Costco
Eastern Mountain Sports
Einstein Bros. Bagels
Food Bank of the Rockies
Gander Mountain
Glen Helen Nature Preserve
Go Mt Charleston
Hawai’i Department of Land and Natural Resources
Hawai’i Pacific University
John Bryan State Park
Kako’o ‘Oiwi
Las Vegas Rescue Mission
US National Park Service
Nevada Association of IB World Schools
Pacific American Foundation
REI
Smart and Final
Springfield City Schools
Spring Mountains National Recreation Area
Three Square Food Bank
The Turner Foundation
University of Nevada Las Vegas (UNLV)
UNLV LIFE Program
Waikalua Loko I’a
Wal-Mart
YMCA Camp Chief Ouray
YMCA Camp Kern
YMCA of Greater Dayton
YMCA of the Rockies