Register for the 2024 fall
program now!
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A program to teach kids to
take a humane LEAP forward.
Leaders for Ethics, Animals and the Planet is a compassionate alternative to 4H and FFA.
Why LEAP?
LEAP will prepare the next generation of leaders to transform our food systems, advocate for animal welfare and human rights, tackle the challenges of food deserts and diet-related diseases, and lead the way in climate solutions, sustainability, and wildlife conservation. LEAP empowers young people, teaching them that empathy for others is a strength, not a weakness.
With a diverse array of learning methods–such as construction projects, basic veterinary care, and public outreach–students will become adept at:
public interface & networking
group leadership & personal leadership: leading by example, and leading a life aligned with their ethics
problem solving
practical hands-on skills, whether on the ranch or in the office
social-emotional learning and empathy
Scholarship Opportunities
Students will be rewarded with a certificate of completion, letters of recommendation, and be connected with a vast network of nonprofits and mentors.
Students also have the opportunity to apply for competitive scholarships up to $1,000 each year they participate in LEAP to be used for college or career training.
Timeline 2024
Winter 2024: Application submissions begin
August 15, 2024: Application deadline at midnight
September 29, 2024 – April 27, 2025: Duration of LEAP Program.
May 18, 2025 - Presentation Day
Meetings are the fourth Sunday of each month, 11am-4pm.
Applications & Waivers will be available here and on the LEAP website!