PROCESS

Application Process


Step 1 — Application + Registration + Deposit

Application​

The GOYoungLives​ Childcare Application​ is due no later than two weeks before the camp start date. ALL VOLUNTEERS must fIll out and submit the application each year, regardless of previous service.

Deposit

AREA VOLUNTEERS:​ If you are coming with a local YoungLives​ or Young Life group, known as areas, please submit any payments to your area.

DIVISIONAL VOLUNTEERS:​ If you are not coming with a local YoungLives​ or Young Life group, you are considered a divisional volunteer and will register and then submit your deposit and balance payments on a link you receive after you register. Please view the listing of available payment options.

A deposit of $100 is required to hold your spot when you register. The balance is due four weeks prior to your camp date. The full camp fee for 2026 for all 6-day camps for is $750. For all 5-day camps, the fee is $621.

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Step 2 — Online Screenings

Log in to your dashboard on the Young Life Connect Courses Site.

Previous volunteers/users:​ If you don't remember your log in information, submit a username or password request and find other help on the Young Life Help page.

New users: After completing your application, you will receive an email from "no-reply@younglife.org" with your log in information. Check your spam folder! Please act quickly, as your invitation will expire in two weeks.

Once logged in, if you are over 18, you should be prompted to complete the following:

  • Faith and Conduct Acknowledgement
  • Criminal Background Check Authorization
  • Child Safety Training
  • Confidentiality Agreement

If you are under 18, you should be prompted to complete the following:

  • Faith and Conduct Acknowledgement
  • Child Safety Training for volunteers under 18
  • Confidentiality Agreement

If you do not find these forms, please contact your YoungLives Camp Administrator.

*The Faith and Conduct form and the Confidentiality Agreement must be signed every year. Every three years, a background check will be run for each volunteer and the Child Safety Training must be renewed. If your clearances are out of date or if you have never completed them, you will be prompted to complete them upon logging in.

Step ​ 3 — Confidential Character References

Ask at least three non-relatives (employers, church family, pastors, Young Life leaders or staff, etc.) to complete the Confidential Character Reference​ for you.

The three reference names from your application will receive an automated email request to complete the reference form. These often get sent to junk mail, so please personally ask your references as well. Send them the link as soon as you apply, and ask them to complete it within two weeks.

Please note:​ If you are under the age of 18, one reference must come from someone who has supervised you in a childcare or babysitting setting.

Step 4 — YL Health + Consent Form

After you apply and complete your clearances, you will have access to complete health form through the Young Life Connect Courses site.

Please contact your YoungLives​ Camp Administrator.

Step 5 — Final Payment

AREA VOLUNTEERS:​ If you are coming with a local YoungLives​ or Young Life group (area), please contact your local staff to submit a payment to them.

DIVISIONAL VOLUNTEERS:​ Your remaining balance is due via your unique payment link that will be emailed to you after you registered. Your fee balance is due four weeks prior to your camp date.

The camp fee is considered a tax-deductible contribution because it is the cost associated with your volunteer service. The full camp fee for 2026 for all 6-day camps for is $750. For all 5-day camps, the fee is $621.

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Fundraising and Payment Options

Fundraising

We realize the cost of camp can be intimidating, but don't let that stop you! We would encourage you to believe God uses fundraising to build our faith. It is amazing to see how He provides! Ask if He wants you to serve in this capacity, then step out in faith to trust He will provide.

Fundraising

If you are interested in fundraising to raise all or part of your camp fee, please contact the YoungLives Camp Administrator​ for your week of camp.

Post on social media, send out letters, or ask potential supporters in person. Your camp childcare administrator has sample social media posts, letters and pledge cards if needed. Just ask!

Other Ideas

Many of our volunteers hold their own fundraising events: yard sales, bake sales, etc. to raise the GOYoungLives​ camp fee. Be creative!

Payment Options

If you are coming to serve with a local YoungLives​ or Young Life group, please submit your payment to them.

Online Check or Credit Card

You may submit payment online with a credit card or online check. GOYoungLives​ fees are considered tax-deductible donations. The $100 deposit is due immediately after you apply. The balance is due four weeks before camp.