FAQ questions to support parents, funders, and sponsors.

Is financial assistance available?

Yes. ONETEEN is working to expand scholarship support so more teens can participate regardless of financial barriers. Families may contact the ONETEEN team to ask about available scholarship support.

Can someone sponsor my teen?

Yes. ONETEEN accepts donations and sponsorships to help cover tuition, meals, materials, and program costs for teens who need financial support.

Do parents participate?

Yes. ONETEEN includes a Parent Day or family celebration experience designed to celebrate teen growth, strengthen family connection, and help parents better support their teen’s leadership journey.

Is ONETEEN a mental health program?

ONETEEN is not therapy or a clinical treatment program. It is a leadership and mental wellness education program that provides evidence-informed life skills, emotional intelligence training, and supportive coaching that complement the work of parents, schools, counselors, and mental health professionals.

Are phones allowed during training?

ONETEEN uses a no-cell-phone structure during training to help teens stay present, build connection, and fully participate in the experience.

What should teens bring?

Teens should bring comfortable clothes, an open mind, willingness to participate, and any required forms provided during registration.