Inspiring All Young Leaders
Maximizing Potential, Impacting the World
Youth Futures International is dedicated to empowering and preparing children, youth, and young adults to shape their future with confidence and purpose. Through our diverse educational and experiential programs in sports, leadership, community service, the arts, public health, and medicine, we aim to unlock and maximize the full potential of young individuals. By fostering personal growth and development throughout our unique programs, we create a platform for forging a lifelong network of peers for support and friendship. Our ultimate goal is to equip young people with the skills and inspiration needed to become impactful, successful, and compassionate leaders who have a positive influence in their immediate communities and beyond.
UMI / Serve & Learn
Ghana
July 10-24, 2026
This program is a combination of two long-time successful YFI programs: the Ultimate Med Immersion (UMI) and our public health program “Serve, Learn & Empower”. More than 500 students have cycled through UMI programs in the Philippines, India, China and most recently, Ghana, our current home for the UMI program. YFI has operated in Ghana for over two decades and has fantastic relationships with teaching hospitals, healthcare providers, local officials, and communities.
| Tier | Enroll By | Tuition | Deposit | Your Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tier 1 – Early Commitment | December 31 | $3,500 | $500 | $1,200 |
| Tier 2 – Early Enrollment | January 31 | $3,800 | $1,000 | $900 |
| Tier 3 – Standard Tuition | February 28 | $4,200 | $1,000 | $500 |
| Tier 4 – Final Regular Tuition | March 31 | $4,500 | $1,000 | $200 |
| Late Enrollment | April 1 + | $4,700 | 50% Deposit ($2,350) | — |
Deposits apply toward total tuition and are non-refundable. Full balance due 30 days before departure. Tuition includes in-country travel, food, accommodations, and program costs. Tuition does not include round-trip airfare to Ghana.
Program is limited to 25 participants
The Team
Dave Butler
Executive Director
Kerri Stahly
Board President
Jeremy Yelich
Executive Program Director
Zoey Baylin
Executive Program Director- Ghana