Support the Future of La Vida

 

Today’s society is information-rich but experience poor. Research shows that the current generation of youth is overcome with disproportionate amounts of loneliness, anxiety and stress. Troublesome in themselves, these symptoms also breed insecurity and hinder a person’s potential. While these issues are most apparent in youth, the problems of today’s culture transcend generations. Outdoor experiences are a vital ingredient for every member of a community that seeks to reverse these cultural trends. 

La Vida transforms participants of all ages through outdoor experiences that catalyze their emotional, physical and spiritual health. Empowered by tangible encounters with their true potential, La Vida participants return to their home as agents of change. The guiding lessons of their La Vida experience combat the overwhelming side-effects of today’s technological landscape.

 

In order to empower and equip Christian leaders in Wenham, New York and beyond, La Vida is committed to deepening our ministry in four main areas:

Faith Rising Campaign

Gordon College recently launched a comprehensive $130 million campaign—Faith Rising—to meet the evolving and dynamic needs of today’s generation. The campaign focuses on three areas: affordability, academics and community life. Through the generosity of Gordon’s extended community, the campaign will deepen the College’s commitment to serving future generations while advancing Gordon’s distinctive mission. 

La Vida is a fundamental part of the student development experience, and also extends its programming to area children, youth, other university students, parents and corporations. La Vida carries the Gordon mission beyond its walls by cultivating community, catalyzing character formation and developing servant leaders in the wilderness and world. 

La Vida Campaign Goals

As we celebrate La Vida’s 50th anniversary alongside the Faith Rising campaign, La Vida seeks to raise $2.5 million:

$600,000	Endowed fund for financial aid toward future generations
$900,000	Property renovations and equipment upgrades
$550,000	Financial aid for participants across all programs
$450,000	Educational programming