Otter Tail County
Young Life
YL Building: 120 1/2 W. Cavour Ave.
Fergus Falls, mn 56537
office number: 218-998-LIFE
Fergus falls, MN 56537
Who We Are
at a Glance
Caring for Kids — Contact Work
Because kids don't care how much you know till they know how much you care, Young Life leaders show they care by going where kids are, meeting them as they are, believing in who they can be. Within Young Life, we call the persistent going out into the world of kids, "contact work." But kids just call it friendship. This key element of Young Life is foundational to all we do. We relentlessly go to where kids are to earn the right to be heard.
The Best Week of Their Lives — Camp
Kids consistently tell us that Young Life camp is the best week of their lives. That's a rousing (and unsolicited) endorsement! But how else would you describe a week where deep relationships are forged in the midst of mind-boggling fun and where you experience and listen to what we believe is the greatest love story ever told?
Adults Who Care — Committee
Young Life is making a difference in the lives of kids around the world because we are supported by adults who care about kids in their community. For every talented Young Life staff person, there is a team of dedicated volunteer leaders who work directly with kids. In each community, the local "committee" — comprised of parents, Young Life alumni and civic leaders — provides a foundation of financial, administrative and moral support for the local Young Life team.
A Party with a Purpose — Club
What is it about Young Life club that makes it the best night of the week for thousands of kids every week? We like to think of it as a party with a purpose. It's controlled chaos that's almost impossible to describe, but kids know it when they see it. And before the party ends, we share a simple message about the person of Jesus Christ and God's love for them. After all, that's what the celebration is all about.
A Time to Question, Learn and Grow — Campaigners
Campaigners (a name that points back to the early days when Young Life was referred to as "The Young Life Campaign") is a weekly meeting for kids who wish to learn more or grow in their faith through study, service and leadership. Young Life leaders also encourage these kids to celebrate their faith through participation in a local congregation.
IT MATTERS...
"Young Life has been an amazing experience in my life. I have made connection not only with people my age, but also others that are older and that can be role models for me. But most importantly, it has grown my connection with Jesus and allowed me to be open in my faith with others around me."
- Julia Hijeck, a senior at KSS & Wyldlife Leader
You Were Made for this
Your story matters, and it can make a difference beyond what you imagine.
Volunteer your time to work directly with young people.
Support the staff and leaders as part of the local adult committee.
Give resources to start or sustain the financial foundation at the local or national level.
