Host a Teen
When you choose to host a teen from Northern Ireland, the benefits for your whole family are immeasurable! Consider what one of our former host dads said after his daughter completed the program: "When we were first considering hosting, I thought you were overselling the project. After doing the project, I now believe it was completely undersold. There is just no way to adequately express how life-changing this experience is for the entire family."
While the teens will be kept busy all day, every day, the families also have opportunities to engage with the teens and the other host families. Many host parents remember this summer as a great family bonding experience!
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Requirements:
Teens between 14-16 years old.
Teens who want to grow, learn, and develop into leaders.
Teens and Families must not have prior commitments during the project (approximately June 26 - July 17).
Families must be willing and able to provide transportation to and from activities during the project.
All adults must complete a back-ground check and a safe environment training course.
Selection Process:
The teen must complete the APPLICATION. We accept applications from August through January or until our slots are filled.
Submit a letter of recommendation on the teen's behalf written by an unrelated adult who has known the teen for more than one year.*
Submit an individual photo of the teen and a photo of the teen with their family.*
Complete a family interview (interviews will begin in January.)
Complete an in-home assessment (home visits will be conducted after the interview process).
*Letter of Recommendation and Photos can be sent via email to upatxrecruiting@gmail.com