We exist to inspire and equip the next generation of disciples to know Jesus more deeply, be transformed in their character, and live with Spirit-empowered influence.
Because all truth is God's truth, we reject the idea that reality is to be carved up into the artificial categories of sacred and secular. As Christ-followers we are called to live every aspect of our lives under God's authority and for God's glory. Classical thinkers referred to this as Coram Deo (literally "before the face of God"). How we think and how we live go together, and are all based in this reality.
Through biblical worldview education, community-based discipleship, leadership coaching, vocational mentoring, and missional opportunities, students can live as change agents in their communities. Impact 360 Institute serves high school graduates through their 9-month Impact 360 Fellows experience, teenagers for one and two weeks through Impact 360 Immersion and Propel, and young professionals through Impact 360 Residency.
Grow in your understanding of what God has revealed about reality and why Christianity is true.
Discover your identity in Christ and your God-given calling in authentic community.
Live with Spirit-empowered influence as you cultivate a servant's heart.
After 20 years of working in International Missions, John and Trudy Cathy White recognized an increasing need for equipping young adults in the area of godly leadership. Impact 360 Institute was born out of the vision of the Lifeshape, Inc.: to transform communities with the message of Jesus Christ by equipping young adults to become Christ-centered servant leaders.
Aware that many people choose to abandon their faith when unable to explain or defend it against advocates of secular humanism and other misguided worldviews, the Whites began searching for ways to combat this critical shift in ideas and lifestyle occurring amongst college-age students.
In September of 2006, Impact 360 Gap Year (Fellows) was born. The inaugural Fellows class of 18 students became pioneers in the world of academic gap year programs, studying Christian Worldview, living in community, and practicing servant leadership amongst their peers locally and internationally. Impact 360 Fellows is now celebrating the 19th year of the program and has had more than 600 graduates from 35 different states, fourteen countries, and various educational backgrounds, creating a web of motivated “changers” on college campuses across the US, and in the world marketplace.
Today, Impact 360 Institute offers students and young professionals from all walks of life transformative worldview and leadership experiences like Impact 360 Fellows, Impact 360 Immersion, Impact 360 Propel, and Impact 360 Residency.
“Impact 360 Institute provides an incredible opportunity for young people to deepen their faith, develop critical thinking skills, and prepare for leadership in an increasingly complex world. The program’s commitment to biblical truth and practical application creates graduates who are equipped to make a lasting difference.”
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Our Statement of Faith outlines the biblical foundations that guide everything we do at Impact 360 Institute. We are committed to orthodox Christian beliefs and the authority of Scripture in all matters of faith and practice.
Our desire is to make this program possible for any young leader. We do not desire for finances to be a hindrance to cultivating the next generation of leaders who follow Jesus. The Impact 360 Legacy Grant Fund provides need-based financial aid to families.
Located in Pine Mountain, Georgia, Impact 360 Institute has been inspiring and equipping the next generation of disciples to know Jesus more deeply, be transformed in their character, and live with Spirit-empowered influence since 2006. Through biblical worldview education, community-based discipleship, leadership coaching, vocational mentoring, and missional opportunities, students are equipped to live as change-agents in the world.