What the world needs now

College-educated, Jesus-following leaders | THIS IS DGL

What the world needs now

College-educated, Jesus-following leaders | THIS IS DGL

A full-ride university scholarshipchangeseverything


Through sponsorship, Young Life's Developing Global Leaders (DGL)​ Program offers Young Life leaders in the world's poorest developing countries a pathway to a future they never thought possible – the opportunity to attend university in their own country​ and impact their community with the Gospel.

 

$250 per month is all it takes

Since 2009, Young Life's Developing Global Leaders Program​ has awarded more than 1,500 full ride college scholarships​ to high potential young adults in over 75 countries.

A high impact investment that changes lives


With the modest cost of university tuition in the developing world, the Developing Global Leaders (DGL) program delivers high impact for every dollar invested. A DGL scholarship creates a way for these dynamic, talented young people to stay actively engaged in local ministry while also attending college. For many, this is a life-changing opportunity that helps end the cycle of poverty​ in their family

 

 

​ "After losing my father to ebola, my sister and I had to drop out of high school to support our family. Without the DGL Scholarship, my family wouldn’t be able to afford my university tuition. Today, I attend university and serve as a Team Leader in Young Life – all thanks to my DGL Sponsor."

– Georgetina
DGL Student - Sierra Leone

 

Watch Georgetina's story

​ "After losing my father to ebola, my sister and I had to drop out of high school to support our family. Without the DGL Scholarship, my family wouldn’t be able to afford my university tuition. Today, I attend university and serve as a Team Leader in Young Life – all thanks to my DGL Sponsor." ​

– Georgetina
DGL Student - Sierra Leone

Watch Georgetina's story

​ ​ SPONSORS make it happen

Sponsors play a critical role in creating pathways for DGL students to attend university and serve as local Young Life leaders. Full sponsorship of $250/month provides a full-ride university scholarship along with a living stipend which free up DGL students to focus on ministry to kids and their education. ​ ​ ​

HOW YOU CAN GET INVOLVED