Celebrating 10 Years of Interfaith Engagement!

The Des Moines Area Religious Council and The Comparison Project at Drake University are proud to co-host the Interfaith Youth Leadership Camp from July 8- 12 at Drake University.

• High School students and recent high school graduates will explore the diverse religious communities of the Des Moines Metro.
• Students visit communities for worship services, meals, and conversations over five days while staying overnight on campus at Drake University.
• Each camper will explore their own faith journey while learning about their neighbors’ faith experiences, practices, and beliefs. By the end of the camp, they will create their own narrative storytelling video project.

Apply now. The deadline to submit your application to participate in the 2026 camp is Sunday, May 31. Participation in the Interfaith Youth Leadership Camp is offered at no cost thanks to our generous partners and supporters.