Message from Matt Light
Our Mission
The Light Foundation strives to instill and augment the values of responsibility, accountability, and hard work by providing youth with unique outdoor learning experiences that assist them in reaching their highest potential. Our goal is to lead young people down a path to becoming responsible members of their communities who are capable of passing on the torch of leadership and achievement to their friends and families.
The Big Ten Network: A Glimpse Into the Light Foundation & How Matt Light “Lives Big”
The folks at the Big Ten Network, who cover the lives of Big Ten alumni like Purdue grad Matt Light came out to Chenoweth Trails over the summer to learn more about the facility and the Light Foundation. They got a behind-the-scenes look at Camp Vohokase, and talked to this year's graduates of the program. Follow the link to the Big Ten Network show that recently aired to see how Matt Light lives big!
Big Ten Profiles
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To read a blog post written by Matt Light about his decision to found his nonprofit and make “giving back” a part of his life click here.
NFL Films
Stay tuned for more about the Light Foundation in an upcoming NFL Films special. We'll update you with airdates as soon as we get them!