Special Events

Our Youth Council Fellows recently came together for a dynamic and inspiring retreat, an experience that highlighted just how passionate and motivated our young leaders are. Throughout the retreat, Fellows engaged in meaningful community-building activities that strengthened their bonds and deepened their trust in one another. We also hosted a workshop centered on health policy and the power of storytelling in communications and fundraising, giving youth the tools to elevate their voices and advocate for issues that matter to them. Their curiosity, commitment, and drive continue to inspire us every day!

In addition to the retreat, our Virginia youth put leadership into action through a park clean-up volunteer session in partnership with Virginia Parks. An incredible 24 youth came together to care for their local environment, spending the afternoon picking up trash and helping to beautify the community spaces they enjoy. After their hard work, the group celebrated with some fun at mini golf and the adventure park, an energizing reward for their service.

Whether through leadership development or community engagement, our youth continue to show what it means to step up, support one another, and make a positive impact. We can’t wait to see where their passion and dedication take them next!