This has been a difficult year to say the least. However, I believe that in times of adversity and hardship the strength of community shines bright. Throughout 2020, I’ve had the privilege of realizing this truth almost every day through the actions of each and everyone of you in the Elevate Youth community. COVID-19 hit our communities the hardest, and nature’s refuge became even more distant from our youth. To me, the importance of our work has never been more clear.