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Our Vision<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
Inspired people unleashing their best in the world<\/div>

Our Mission<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
The American Youth Foundation dares people to discover and celebrate the very best in themselves and others, inspires them to explore diverse perspectives and complex challenges, and emboldens them to live courageously, engaging their full capacity.<\/div><\/div>
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Mission<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
We do this by:<\/div><\/div>

Our Values<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
We believe how we act and interact reflects who we are as a community.<\/div><\/div>
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Investing in Youth<\/h3>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
Empowering youth is the core of our mission. We aim to offer equitable access to outdoor, experiential adventures. We seek to amplify youth voices as they recognize their own agency, articulate their ideas, and act with bold purpose throughout their lives.<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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Stewarding the Environment<\/h3>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
Our programs foster a sense of respect and reverence for the natural world. We commit to using only what we need in order to minimize our impact on the planet. We practice environmental stewardship, conserving resources for future generations and offering the experience of connecting deeply with the natural world<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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Enkindling Inner Sparks<\/h3>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
Each person has inherent strengths and passions that, when ignited, form the foundation of best self and a balanced life. We challenge people to be brave, think creatively, develop wholehearted social connections, and explore their values and beliefs.<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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Belonging in Community<\/h3>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
Our communities are joy-filled, optimistic, hopeful places where each person is encouraged to explore through play and express their own authentic spirit. We aspire to create spaces where all people are included and feel a sense of belonging. In these thriving program communities, diverse perspectives provide a foundation to build greater understanding and foster equity.<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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Growing Together<\/h3>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
Teamwork and collaboration provide essential tools for overcoming challenges. We believe powerful growth happens when we live in community, set boundaries, and take healthy risks. To adventure daringly with the support of others is an opportunity to put our best selves into action.<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Our Vision Inspired people unleashing their best in the worldOur Mission The American Youth Foundation dares people to discover and celebrate the very best in themselves and others, inspires them to explore diverse perspectives and complex challenges, and emboldens them to live courageously, engaging their full capacity.MissionWe do this by:Our Values We believe how we act and interact reflects who … <\/p>\n

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