DID YOU KNOW?  In five years, ATL has raised nearly $450,000!

The Agape Teen Leader (ATL) Program is a semester-long fundraising and leadership initiative designed to empower the next generation of community change makers. Through this immersive experience, highly driven high school students gain hands-on training in strategic fundraising, nonprofit advocacy, and community engagement—all while supporting Agape’s mission. Participants will take part in four monthly learning workshops focused on effective fundraising strategies, leadership development, community impact, and nonprofit operations. Throughout the semester, students will also engage directly with the Agape community through meaningful service opportunities.

APPLICATIONS OPEN NOW | AGAPE TEEN LEADER COHORT 2026

We’re excited to share that applications are officially open for returning and new members for the 2026 ATL cohort. For those planning to return as ATL members next year, the returning cohort application is also now open. Any volunteer or internship hours completed with Agape over the summer can count toward your ATL service hours for the 2026 cohort year. 

You can express interest in returning [Here]. Returning ATL applications are due by June 5th.

Each Teen Leader commits to:
* Raising a minimum of $1,500 to support Agape’s after-school programming
* Completing 10 hours of community service with Agape

Meeting Dates for Agape Teen Leader Cohort 2026 at Agape Youth and Family Center- 2026/27: Thursday, Sept. 10, Wednesday, Oct. 7, Thursday, Nov. 12, Wednesday, Dec. 2, and Thursday, Jan. 28. Note: Jan. 28 is the end of cohort ATL Celebration of Community event.

By the end of the program, students will not only have made a tangible impact on Agape’s after-school initiatives but will also walk away with practical fundraising skills, strengthened leadership abilities, and a deeper understanding of how to drive positive change in their communities.

An application and one (1) recommendation form from a teacher, mentor, coach, or other adult who can speak on the student’s behalf for ATL are due by June 5th by 11:59pm and participants will be notified on July 6th via email of their acceptance to the program. Please note: A recommendation letter isn’t needed if you’re a returning applicant.

If you have any questions, please contact Hunter Blair, Volunteer Coordinator at hblair@agapeatlanta.org or 404-367-3947.
New Member application [FORM HERE]. 
Recommendation Letter (For New applicants only) [FORM HERE]. 
Returning application [FORM HERE].

We look forward to welcoming the next group of passionate student leaders!

ANNOUNCING OUR 2026 SUMMER ATL INTERNS!
Elizabeth Harman
Sabina Cross
Henry Kelly
Aadi Parekh
Lily Miller
Olivia Wei
Natalia Opoku-Mensah
Chase Austin Godschalk
Annika Soni
Samantha Zawacki
Natalia Opoku-Mensah
Ryan Liu
Riya Patel
Olivia King

We thank them and are excited to be working with them over the summer!

For more information about how to get involved with Agape Teen Leaders, please contact Hunter Blair at hblair@agapeatlanta.org.