The Youth Program has been made possible through a grant by the Comcast Foundation, whose goal is to provide financial support for organizations and programs that are working to make our communities stronger.

To nurture and develop positive leadership attributes in Federal Way area high school students, to drive change in their communities.

To develop positive leadership attributes in students by inspiring them to get involved in their communities. The Youth Program was developed by the Adult Advancing Leadership Class of 2004.

The program is comprised of Federal Way students of diverse cultures and economic backgrounds. Students begin with an Orientation Retreat prior to the beginning of school, which introduces them to the community, and helps provide an understanding of its needs.

They meet each month for 8 hours in an interactive setting at various locations throughout the community from August through May. Students will network with more than 100 community leaders during the program year.

The executive director and adult volunteers lead each class day focused on key community topics. Experts, facilitators and community members participate with youth during site visits, service opportunities and adult mentoring, followed by discussion and reflection.