Cornerstone

a year-long, PAID, Christian Gap-Year Program by Heartland Camps for college-aged adults.

helping You Grow in your faith + Discern your next step.

College age Christian young adults in Heartland Christian Gap Year Program working outside in Parkville, Missouri at Heartland Camp.

What’s It Like?

Oh, just the best year of your life.

Christian community, summer camp, service, travel,

new friends, new skills and a whole lotta JOY.


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It’s PAID?!

Heck yeah.

-Weekly pay + Housing

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WE TRAVEL?!

pack your bags! let’s go!

About Us

God first, BIG heart for community,

core values,

and resilient JOY.

Colorful large letters spelling 'HEARTLAND' on grass at Heartland Christian Camp in Parkville, Missouri near Kansas City with trees in the background.

DON’T TAKE OUR WORD FOR IT

“The Cornerstone Program was truly the best year of my life - I built lifelong friendships, grew closer to God, and discovered skills and strengths I never expected.

Through an incredible community of camp staff, horses, retreat groups, and friends who became family, my calling from God became clearer than ever.

I was able to use my gifts and talents to pour into this amazing community, and in return, it shaped me in ways I'll carry forever.”

Angela, Cornerstone Gap Year Graduate

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    feeling nervous or undecided?

    NO Strings Attached: We’re giving away 3 Interview ?’s and 5 Qualities we look for to help you feel empowered and confident before you apply!

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    Ready To Apply?

    Set aside 30-40 minutes and

    LET’S GO!!

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    Learn what life changing skills you’ll gain and how to turn them into resume GOLD.

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