FTE partners with 11 national faith-based young adult volunteer programs to help recent college graduates embark on a theological exploration of vocation. Funded by Lilly Endowment Inc., Volunteers Exploring Vocation (VEV) helps participants explore the relationship between faith and work, and consider career paths geared toward serving others, lifting up Christian ministry in particular.

VEV provides structured discussions and materials that guide program participants through personal reflection about their lives and professional goals. It also offers funding to attend a national conference, led by educators and pastors, for young volunteers interested in exploring theological education and congregational ministry. In addition, 10 selected volunteers will receive a $2,500 VEV Fellowship to pursue a Master of Divinity degree.

• Mission Year
• Brethren Volunteer Service
• Catholic Volunteers in Florida
• Jesuit Volunteer Corps
• Krista Foundation for Global Citizenship
• Lutheran Volunteer Corps
• Mennonite Voluntary Service
• New York Intern Program of the Episcopal Church; Johnson Intern Program
• Presbyterian Church (USA) Young Adult Volunteers
• US2 Program of the United Methodist Church