Four Washington DC young men graduate from Light Foundation four year Leadership Academy
GREENVILLE – The Light Foundation flagship program Camp Vohokase graduated four Leadership Academy young men bringing the total number of alumni to 42 since its start in 2011.
“I am proud of our seniors from DC and all they have accomplished in their four years inside and outside of this program,” said Matt Light. “This camp was special because of those young men.”
This year’s camp was extra special as they paid tribute to our country’s military and first responders. Fourteen young men took part in the Police and Fire training exercises with the Union City Police and Fire Department as well as completing a grueling 10-Challenge Confidence Course through the middle of the night.
“In the 15 years of Camp Vohokase, we’ve never had a more demanding camp for these young men to take part in,” Light stated. “It’s a feeling of great pride within yourself after completing such an impactful camp.”
At two remote locations in Darke County, the young men spent over 12 hours completing challenges that would test them both mentally and physically.
“To be a part of something special like this is why we do what we do,” said Camp Vohokase Director, Brandon Ervin. “It is truly a brotherhood within the walls of Camp Vohokase and these young men will share these memories for the rest of their lives”.
The Light Foundation Leadership Academy offers young people a variety of outdoor and hands-on learning activities that support their social and emotional learning; build strong, good character; and equip them with the tools and skills needed to start their leadership journey and stay with them every step of the way.
