Seeds of Hope
Empowering Young Women
To Be Leaders
Seeds of Hope Young Women’s Leadership Experience in Holly, Michigan brings together high school students, peer leaders and adult mentors to help young women discover and strengthen their talents, goals and leadership potential.
· Earn 40 documented hours of leadership training and 10 service hours — a standout addition to your high school or college resume.
· Network with peers and professional women from across the U.S., Mexico and Canada.
· Explore servant leadership through service projects.
· Step away from life’s distractions to reflect and grow spiritually.
· Experience a variety of prayer and meditation practices.
· Be mentored by professional women leaders who are passionate about your success.
The 2025 program (July 12–19) is currently full. Applications for 2026 will open this fall — join our interest list to be the first to know when dates and details are announced!
Learn more at Seeds-of-Hope.org.
Why should I attend Seeds of Hope?
Seeds of Hope is a servant leadership conference in Michigan for young women in grades 9-12. It is designed to empower participants to take action on the issues they care about and to explore their faith.
- Build your resume – Earn 10 hours of community service and 40 hours of servant leadership training.
- Grow spiritually – Explore different forms of prayer and meditation, and attend Mass, Eucharistic Adoration, and Reconciliation. You do not need to be Catholic to attend.
- Build a network of support – Connect with other young women and receive ongoing support from Seeds of Hope staff, alumnae and mentors.
- Broaden your peer group – Meet students from across the U.S., Canada and Mexico. Many participants stay in touch long after the program ends.
- Experience nature – Enjoy the lake, hiking trails and a challenge obstacle course on a beautiful 240-acre campus. Roast marshmallows by a fire, swim or take a boat ride out on the lake.