FFI YOUTH PROGRAMS
Spend time with people
you might never
otherwise meet.
Live and learn with other young people through community service, public speaking and activities that ask you to work together.
Scholarships for every accepted youth participant.
Choose a program below for eligibility and what your scholarship covers.
Be ready to give this your effort
FFI is designed to be the most rigorous leadership program you have experienced. The challenge is personal, rather than academic: trying new things, being willing to be vulnerable, showing courage and bringing a positive attitude. Apply ready to put in more effort than you may have before.
Living together, cooking together and every program requirement serve a purpose: developing the self confidence and skills to become your best self and help your community and our planet become the best they can be.
CHOOSE A PROGRAM
Where are you joining us from?
2027 programs
Rolling applications · Dates to be confirmed
HIGH SCHOOL CREDIT
New Hampshire
Earn high school credit through activities, projects and community service.
- Who can apply
- Ages 14–18
New Hampshire high school and homeschool students. - Time together
- One week in residence
NATIONWIDE IMMERSION
United States
Join a residential group with young people from across the United States.
- Who can apply
- Ages 14–18
Students from all 50 states and Washington, D.C. - Time together
- 10–14 days in residence
CROSS COMMUNITY CONNECTION
Ireland & Northern Ireland
Join a team from across Ireland for programs in Annalong and New Hampshire.
- Who can apply
- Ages 15–18
Young people from any county on the island of Ireland. - Time together
- 1 week in Annalong + 2 weeks in New Hampshire
GLOBAL IMMERSION
Around the world
Join an international group for a residential program in Northern Ireland.
- Who can apply
- Ages 15–18
Young people outside the U.S., Ireland and Northern Ireland. - Time together
- 10–14 days in residence
What families notice
“She is more comfortable and confident in herself. She made connections with peers that have had a positive impact. We wish she had found FFI earlier but are so grateful she was able to participate.”
DURING THE PROGRAM
What to expect at FFI
You will live with your group and take part in the full daily schedule. You do not need to arrive as a confident speaker or an experienced leader, but you do need to be willing to participate. All programs are conducted in English.
Phones and daily routines
Programs are technology free. Each day includes mindfulness and time to reflect on what you are learning.
Speaking and listening
You practice public speaking, discuss your experiences with the group and give each other feedback.
Living as a group
Everyone helps with daily responsibilities and takes part in service with local organizations.
Activities and meals
Expect physical activities, practical challenges and plant based meals shared with the group.
Immersion participants also develop a Community Action Project around a need at home.
Read about meals and daily routines ↗APPLICATIONS
How to apply
1. Compare the programs ↗
Check the age range, eligibility, format and scholarship details.
2. Read the application FAQ ↗
Read the application FAQ before you begin.
3. Complete the application ↗Applying requires signing in to a Google account because the form includes file uploads. You can use an existing Google account or create one with your current email address.
Complete the shared youth application in your own words.
We will not accept applications that were completed using Artificial Intelligence.
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Access to youth programs
100%A scholarship for every accepted youth participant.
Since 2021, FFI has provided full scholarships for accepted youth participants.
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