Elevate Youth Odyssey Program

 
 

What is the Odyssey Program?

In order to efficiently carry out Elevate Youth’s mission, we seek to partner with schools in urban settings who share our values and are committed to supporting our mission. We aim to create multi-year partnerships with schools which will facilitate relationship building, mentorship, as well as social & emotional development for the youth we serve. The Elevate Youth Odyssey, our year-round outdoor program, comes in 3 flexible packages to meet needs of every school or organization.

 

Program Outline

Overall Value Proposition

Through our programs, Elevate Youth aims to foster strong, lifelong friendships, enhanced self confidence, resourcefulness & resilience, and provide a chance to try new activities, learn new skills, and develop an appreciation for the outdoors.

    • Hiking

    • Orienteering

    • Astronomy

    • Photography

    • Saltwater and Freshwater Fishing

    • Kayaking

    • Sailing

    • Surfing

    • Snorkeling

    • Indoor and Outdoor Rock Climbing

    • Snowshoeing

    • Cross Country Skiing

    • Alpine Skiing

    • New Activities are Added Every Year!

    • Healthy Food and Snacks on All Outings

    • Transportation in 14-Passenger Van

    • Logistics Support

    • Family Outreach

    • Photo and Video Content

    • Qualified Outdoor Educators

    • Consistent Adult Volunteers to Serve as Outdoor Mentors to Students

    • Hired Guided Trips for Advanced Outdoor Activities

  • Sustained nourishment is a key element to experiencing transformative outdoor experiences. Elevate Youth’s E.A.T. Initiative integrates health and wellness into our curriculum as an essential component to creating a long-term impact in a child’s life. Our E.A.T. Initiative is directly informed by the expertise of professional chefs, nutritionists, and community health facilitators.

 

Camp Elevate

 
Camp Elevate

Camp Elevate

July/August

During the summer months, Elevate Youth focuses on maximizing outside time. Most Odyssey programs will include a 1-week camp which consists of, but is not limited to, sailing, surfing, kayaking, hiking, and an overnight camping trip to Lantern Light Camps in Northwood, New Hampshire.

 

Partnership Packages

 

Summit Package

Discover Package

Explore Package

  • $7,000 - $7,500

    Per cohort of 10-15 youth

  • Our flagship model. This program offers weekly after-school enrichment, E.A.T food-focused curriculum and cooking classes, monthly full/half-day outdoor field trips, as well as our Camp Elevate week-long summer program.

    • Highest touch point model fosters an environment of teamwork and mentorship.

    • A curriculum based in SEL skill development complements in-school learning.

    • Integration of E.A.T drives health and wellness outcomes for youth and families.

    • Opportunities for youth choice create personalized program schedules.

    • Over a dozen annual field trips provide youth with confidence to try new things, challenge themselves, and develop a sense of belonging in the outdoors.

  • Weekly

    After-School

    2 Hours

  • Monthly

    Full/Half-Day Using EY Van

    3-6 Hours

    • Virtual cooking classes (ingredients provided).

    • Healthy snack/lunch options.

    • Educational guest speakers.

    • Field trips to local farms and markets.

  • 1 dedicated staff member to join EY trips and support administrative duties.

  • Camp Elevate

    Week-Long summer camp program

  • $4,500 - $5,500

    Per cohort of 10-15 youth

  • A popular model, which mirrors our flagship mode, but with less features and more flexible scheduling.

    • Consistent enrichment provides a strong sense of group identity.

    • A half-dozen field trips provide youth with the opportunity to try new activities and develop confidence in the outdoors.

    • Routine outdoor programs encourage curiosity and discovery, and a chance to escape from screens.

    • Novel challenges encourage teamwork, leadership, and communication.

    • Flexible curriculum can be adapted to complement in-school education with hands-on learning opportunities.

  • Bi-Weekly

    After-School

    2 Hours

  • Bi-Monthly

    Full/Half-Day using EY Van

    3-6 Hours

  • Flexible solutions to meet the needs of each partner. Healthy snack options on every program.

  • Staff support for field trips, and administrative / family outreach.

  • Flexible to meet the schedule of partners. Opportunity for Camp Elevate program.

  • $3,000 - $4,000

    Per cohort of 10-15 youth

  • A half-time model which accommodates schools or organizations with less robust after-school programs. This model meets 2x per month, with a handful of full/half-day programs throughout the year.

    • Field trips throughout the school year provide youth with the opportunity to try new activities, learn about the outdoors, and develop a sense of belonging alongside their peers.

    • Novel challenges encourage teamwork, leadership, and communication.

    • Flexible curriculum can be adapted to complement in-school education with hands-on learning opportunities.

  • Monthly

    Afterschool

    2 hours

  • Quarterly

    Full/Half-day using EY Van

    3-6 hours

  • Healthy snack options on every program.

  • Administrative liaison to support family outreach.

  • Opportunities for day trip outings in the Boston area and beyond!

 

Our Partner Programs

 
 

YOUTH ORGANIZATION PARTNERS

 

The Thomas J. Kenny K-6 Elementary School, Dorchester

 
 

The Hennigan School, Jamaica Plain

Thomas Edison School, Brighton

 
The City of Cambridge

The City of Cambridge, Ma