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HOBY - Hugh O'Brian Youth Leadership

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Teaching students how to think, not what to think, since 1958.
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Our mission is to inspire and develop our global community of youth and volunteers to a life dedicated to leadership, service, and innovation. For more than five decades, HOBY has inspired young people to make a difference and become catalysts for positive change in their home, school, workplace, and community. As America’s foremost youth leadership organization, HOBY has a long history of successfully motivating young people to develop into outstanding leaders.

10/16/2026

In case you missed it—the latest podcast episode is live! Click the link in our bio to listen along on Apple (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-hoby-podcast/id6793134217?i=1000793242361) or Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/episode/5PwqVhsIFexLQ4k1OqTjHG?si=4y5ucmmpTxCA5QvGS5QxKg&utm_source=copy-link) as our host, Casey, takes a trip down memory lane with alum and long-time volunteer Jeff Short. As we look back on how HOBY has shaped Jeff’s life and work over the last 25 years, we discuss imposter syndrome, mental health, and teen-lead initiatives.

10/02/2026

HOBY Highlight: A way to learn about and feature the outstanding people who impact HOBY and have been impacted by HOBY.

Today, we feature Brittney Swicionis, an 8-year HOBY Missouri volunteer.

Swipe through to learn more about her!

09/22/2026

Heyyyy HOBY!!! Registration is now OPEN for the 2027 seminar season and we are so ready to welcome a whole new class of HOBY ambassadors! Help us spread the word and check out our website for all of the details: https://hoby.org/nominate-a-student/

09/15/2026

Don’t miss the latest podcast drop!! Listen along on Apple (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-hoby-podcast/id6793134217?i=1000789556757) or Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/episode/5UFTRPLV71TqiA0wl55LRE?si=EI0CZtaLQWi3P67aT-P9QA&utm_source=copy-link) as HOBY alum and volunteer Casey Casteel takes a trip down memory lane with fellow alum and volunteer Timur Mason. They dive into identity, inclusion, and battling with imposter syndrome as they reminisce about hard lessons learned and the importance of empowerment.

08/21/2026

Hey HOBY!! We’re ending the week right with a brand new episode of our HOBY Podcast! Listen along on Apple (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-hoby-podcast/id6793134217?i=1000784881461) or Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/episode/2zxG4CwGG7CytqZd2FwfLP?si=sPgvCHbrQruV9VqIWo-tPg&utm_source=copy-link) as HOBY alum and volunteer, Casey Casteel, talks with alum and volunteer, Anika Ravi. We look back on Anika’s journey with HOBY, her love of world travel and why, when her life is so incredibly busy, she chooses to come back to HOBY every year. Join us as we talk about involvement, stepping into new roles and opportunities and the joys of helping others find their passions.

This podcast with shares authentic, personal stories that illustrate the impact of HOBY through the lived experiences of alumni, volunteers, stakeholders, and supporters. Follow along as we build understanding, strengthen connection, and inspire impact.

08/07/2026

HOBY alumni and volunteers continue to make a difference through service every year! If you've completed 100+ hours of service during this year's Leadership for Service (L4S) Challenge, submit your verification form before August 31, 2026 so we can celebrate your impact with an L4S Award!

Check your email for your personal verification link, or email us at [email protected] with any questions!

07/29/2026

Our HOBY ambassadors had an OUTSTANDING opportunity!

On this D.C. travel day, the WLC made memories that will 🙌 last a lifetime. 🙌

07/29/2026

Day 3️⃣ was FULL of talent!

Our ambassadors led with intention and participated in many cheers!

04/19/2026

Today we celebrate Hugh O’Brian’s birthday! As the founder of HOBY, Hugh believed in the potential of every human being and was committed to helping young people of the world become major contributors to society. His legacy lives on today, with more than 500,000 HOBY alumni and volunteers positively impacting their communities.

04/17/2026

For National Volunteer Month, we’re celebrating YOU—the incredible volunteers who make our mission possible! To show our appreciation, we’re hosting a month-long giveaway contest packed with opportunities to share your HOBY stories and memories and win fun prizes!

Swipe through to learn more about how to participate.

Address

502 East Main Street
Lakeland, FL
33801

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Website

http://www.hoby.org/

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