DAYTON, OH
expand your neighborhood in dayton
Dayton, Ohio might seem to be an unlikely place to visit for a missions experience, until you consider the influx of international refugees in the last 15 years.
Every year refugees come to Dayton to escape political and religious persecution, wars, and extreme poverty. There is great need and many organizations and churches have started to help through various community service projects.
Your team will reach out to families from Africa, Asia, and the Middle East with the love of God.
Your students will also get the opportunity to explore the city during our Adventure Race, and spend the day at a aquatic adventure zone or hiking through a local state park.
Why we love serving jesus in this neighborhood
Dayton is a melting pot of families from over a dozen countries. We love experiencing the diversity of cultures and supporting our ministry partners as they care for the needs of these refugees (Lev 19:34).
invite your students to grow and serve
DISCIPLESHIP
Your students will learn spiritual habits that they can apply at home.
YOUR STUDENTS WILL EXPERIENCE:
- Bible Study Methods
- Emphasis on Prayer
- Evening Worship
- Intentional Staff
- Tools for Debriefing
WAYS YOUR STUDENTS WILL GROW:
- Passion for God’s Word
- Reliance on God
- Dependence on Community
- Real Life Application
- Spiritual Maturity
Leadership Development
Your students will learn to lead out of their unique wiring and gifting.
YOUR STUDENTS WILL EXPERIENCE:
- Leadership Profile
- Team Building Games
- Leadership Assessment
- Leadership Principles
- Real Leadership Roles
WAYS YOUR STUDENTS WILL GROW:
- Leadership Wiring
- Spiritual Gifts
- Life Skills
- Leadership Principles
- Confidence
Trip programs offered in dayton:
Urban Adventure Serve
Focus: Students will discover their personal, God given mission by learning more about their Burdens, Passions, and Vision from God. They’ll serve alongside key urban ministries, learning how a personal mission can contribute to the overall Kingdom of God. Students will also participate in the Mission Race, a downtown team-based competitive learning experience.Age Group: Junior High, High School, Combined
Level of Challenge:
Sites:
- AUSTIN
- CHICAGO
- DENVER
- KANSAS CITY
- MEMPHIS
- MILWAUKEE
- DAYTON
- ATLANTA
Mission Ready
Focus: Students learn to lead while embracing a community. LeaderTreks staff will plan every aspect, but gradually hand off leadership of the team house and worksite to students as the trip progresses. By the end of the trip, nearly every component will be student led. Students will also plan, prepare, and lead a 3 day VBS for local children.
Age Group: Junior High, High School, Combined
Level of Challenge:
Sites:
- DAYTON
- KENTUCKY
- KNOXVILLE, TN
- PAWLEYS ISLAND
- SAN MARCOS, TX
- GEORGETOWN, SC
- COSTA RICA
- KANSAS CITY
TYPICAL SCHEDULE:
| 7:00 | Breakfast |
| 8:00 | Individual Morning Devotions |
| 9:00 | Work Project |
| 12:00 | Lunch |
| 2:00 | Student-Led Vacation Bible School |
| 6:00 | Dinner |
| 7:30 | Team Time |
| 10:30 | Lights Out |
2026 DATES and pricing
| Dates | Price/Person (Min of 15) | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | MAY 31–JUNE 6 | $595 | BOOK YOUR TRIP |
| 2 | JUNE 7–JUNE 13 | $625 | BOOK YOUR TRIP |
| 3 | JUNE 14–JUNE 20 | $625 | BOOK YOUR TRIP |
| 4 | JUNE 21–JUNE 27 | $625 | BOOK YOUR TRIP |
| 5 | JUNE 28–JULY 4 | $625 | BOOK YOUR TRIP |
| 6 | JULY 5–JULY 11 | $625 | BOOK YOUR TRIP |
| 7 | JULY 12–JULY 18 | $625 | BOOK YOUR TRIP |
| 8 | JULY 19–JULY 25 | $625 | BOOK YOUR TRIP |
| 9 | JULY 26–AUGUST 1 | $595 | BOOK YOUR TRIP |
included in the cost of your trip:
 | Pre-Trip Training Material |
| Post-Trip Training Material |
| Housing |
| Service Projects |
| Adventure Opportunities |
| 16 Meals |
| On-Trip Devotional Journals |
| Highly-Certified Youth Ministry Staff |
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TRAVEL:
| CITIES WITHIN 8 HOURS DRIVING DISTANCE: | NON-STOP FLIGHTS AVAILABLE FROM: |
| Chicago, IL | Atlanta, GA |
| Milwaukee, WI | Dallas, TX |
| Grand Rapids, MI | Charlotte, NC |
| Harrisburg, PA | Denver, CO |
| Chattanooga, TN | Orlando, FL |
| Birmingham, AL | Philadelphia, PA |
READY TO LEARN MORE?
Looking for a youth mission trip? Let me share with you why a partnership with LeaderTreks is your best option. Don’t forget to ask about our Spring Break Trips.
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