Meet LIFT 50

Wadena, MN

Joanna is pursuing studies at Minnesota State Community and Technical College. She wants to become an architectural drafter, travel, and try new things. She enjoys reading and playing piano.

Factoryville, PA

Jacob aspires to have a family, work in a creative industry, and be a part of a Christian community. He enjoys traditional, theater, and culinary arts.

Westminster, MD

Matthew hopes to pursue a career that allows him to help others and desires to travel the world to broaden his perspective. He enjoys playing basketball.

Silver Lake, WI

Lauren desires to have a Christ-centered household and family and to honor the Lord with her life. She enjoys playing volleyball.

Lake Havasu City, AZ

Weston hopes to glorify God in his work and continue to live out God’s plan for his life. He enjoys spending time with friends.

Suffolk, Virginia

Addy is pursuing studies at Regent University. She desires to one day have a job that allows her to serve her future family and community. She enjoys arts & crafts.

New Paltz, NY

Evan hopes to attend college after LIFT and pursue a career in education, where he can invest in and encourage students. He enjoys going on walks and listening to music.

El Lago, TX

Nathan desires to serve in rehabilitation ministry, working with those experiencing homelessness and sharing the Gospel. He enjoys playing volleyball.

Hawthorne, NJ

Rebekah graduated from Grove City College in 2026. She desires to pursue engineering in the missions field. She enjoys golfing and spending time with friends.

Fort Worth, TX

Jesse has completed one year of college at Tarrant County College. He plans to continue pursuing a degree in mechanical engineering after LIFT. He enjoys mountain biking and rock climbing.

Camp Hill, PA

Portia has completed one year of college at Wheaton College. She is interested in entering the missions field. She enjoys playing chess and sailing.

Bethlehem, GA

Libby hopes to attend college after LIFT. She desires to follow the Lord's purpose for her life and glorify Him. She enjoys spending time with her friends, exploring new places, drinking coffee, and singing.

Red Hook, NY

Lucas has completed some college at SUNY Ulster. He desires to have a family and pursue a career in game design. He enjoys playing games with friends.

Queen Creek, AZ

Joya graduated from Grand Canyon University in 2026. She plans to serve in youth ministry. She enjoys hiking, crafting, reading, and being with people.

Moravia, NY

Benjamin hopes to study engineering in the future and provide for a family. He enjoys board games, skiing, and pickleball.

Howell, NJ

Andrew graduated from Liberty University in 2026. He aspires to spend time learning to serve where the Lord has him. He enjoys spending time with friends and playing sports.

West Chazy, NY

Logan hopes to attend college after LIFT and to pursue a career in the military. He enjoys exercising and playing volleyball.

Harleysville, PA

Asher is interested in pursuing a career in the outdoors or physical therapy. He enjoys weightlifting and sprinting.

Pensacola, FL

Kara plans to attend college after LIFT. She is passionate about working with children and plans to enter into children’s ministry. She enjoys backpacking and canoeing.

Burbank, CA

Kelton is pursuing studies at Glendale Community College. He desires to live a life committed to the Lord and to lead a family. He enjoys singing.

San Antonio, TX

Julia has completed one year of college at the University of Texas at Austin. She hopes to pursue a career in outdoor education and incorporate her love for the outdoors with missions. She enjoys rock climbing and running.

West Stephentown, NY

Jason graduated from SUNY Geneseo in 2026 with a degree in Education. He hopes to become an English teacher. He enjoys playing board games.

Cazenovia, NY

Duncan desires to serve God and lead other closer to Him. He enjoys serving the Lord with friends.

Swanzey, NH

Rachel wants to work in a field where she can be a Christian influence in children's lives. She enjoys baking, reading, and exploring with her friends.

Martinsville, IL

Aubrey graduated from Parkland College in 2026. She aspires to work as an Occupational Therapy Assistant in pediatrics. She enjoys playing sports, board games, and instruments.

Boswell, PA

Colton graduated from Grove City College in 2026. He aspires to work in full-time camping ministry. He enjoys skiing.

Berryville, VA

Amber has completed one year of college at Covenant College. She is interested in pursuing studies in art, missions, linguistics, or cultural studies. She enjoys any form of art and skateboarding.

Lafayette, IN

River is pursuing studies at Purdue University. He is waiting on God’s direction for what his future. He enjoys playing sports and participating in physical activities.