2026
Champions for Youth Summit
Monday, May 4 – Wednesday, May 6, 2026
Hyatt Regency at Reston Town Center
Join Us at #CFY26
The Champions for Youth Summit brings together prevention leaders to turn ideas into action. Through connection and practical learning, the Summit strengthens efforts that support healthier futures for young people.
Learn. Connect.Inspire Change.
This dynamic event brings together hundreds of professionals from across the country who are dedicated to improving the health and well-being of youth and young adults.
Strengthen Youth Health Across Communities
Attendees will explore innovative strategies and best practices addressing critical issues such as tobacco and nicotine use, substance use, childhood obesity, and other intersecting youth health challenges.
Featured Speakers
Learn from industry leaders and youth development experts
Arthur C. Brooks, PhD
Harvard Professor & Bestselling Author
Taanvi Arekapudi
Youth Well-Being Advocate & Bestselling Author
Caree J. Cotwright, PhD, RDN, LD
Associate Professor, UGA & Former Director of Nutrition Security, USDA
Ready to Join Us?
Secure your spot at the most impactful youth development event of the year.
Who Should Attend?
This summit is designed for professionals working with and for young people.
Educators
Teachers, administrators, and education professionals
Nonprofit Leaders
Directors and staff of youth-serving organizations
Social Workers
Mental health and social service professionals
Policymakers
Government officials and community leaders
Thanks to Our Sponsors
Supporting our mission to empower youth across the nation
Champion
Visionary
Partner
Food Recovery Partner
We're proud to partner with Food Recovery Network.
Together, we will redirect surplus food from the Summit to local organizations that feed people experiencing hunger.
Food Recovery Network is the largest student-led movement recovering surplus food and ending hunger in the U.S., uniting 8,000+ college students, food suppliers, farmers, and local businesses across the U.S. in the fight against climate change and hunger.
24M
pounds of food recovered
20M
meals donated
350
partners serving local communities
Meet Our Exhibitors
Explore the organizations sharing resources, tools, and expertise to support your work.
