The Gap at Sawmill Meadow is located in South Fork, Colorado.
Designed for those new adults who grew up knowing Jesus and currently feel trapped by expectations of what “should” come next, our vision is to cultivate wholeness for the mind, soul, body and heart that leads to transformed, confident, and abundant life in order to be a thriving adult in the world.
PROGRAM DATES
9-month experience
June 9, 2024 through March 22, 2025
summer experience
June 9, 2024 through August 10, 2024
South Fork is known as the “Basecamp for Adventure” and the “Gateway to the Silver Thread Scenic Byway.” It is located in the middle of the San Juan Mountains surrounded by Rio Grande National Forest.
Living in South Fork is “small town” living where everyone knows everyone. And in peak tourist time, the population grows exponentially! The “backyard” playground is some of the most beautiful parts of the country you will ever see.
$1,100 enrollment deposit
Most Gap Year programs require a significant, up front, financial investment commonly ranging from $10-20K depending on many factors. The Gap is designed such that the attendees are able to incrementally pay for the cost of the program, monthly, through their earnings from the service as workforce component of the program.
Additional costs of the program are funded through generous donations from people, churches, and businesses who have a strong desire to invest in the lives of the next generation.
program cost
9-month experience cost
INITIAL INVESTMENT: A one-time deposit of $1,100 secures your spot, covering June's accommodation, meals, and adventure activities.
MONTHLY COMMITMENT: From July to March, each gapper contributes $1,100 monthly for ongoing expenses, totaling $11,000 for the entire program.
SPONSOR COMMITMENT*: $2,500 one-time donation or $250/month to The Gap for 10 months in honor of the sponsored attendee.
*If securing a sponsor is a hardship, please contact The Gap so we can help with a solution.
summer experience cost
INITIAL INVESTMENT: A one-time deposit of $1,100 secures your spot, covering June's accommodation, meals, and adventure activities.
SUMMER COMMITMENT: For July, each gapper contributes $1,100 towards expenses.
SPONSOR COMMITMENT*: $500 one-time donation or $250/month to The Gap for 2 months in honor of the sponsored attendee.
Final payment is due July 15th.
program benefits
BENEFITS INCLUDED WITH MONTHLY FEES:
Room and board (utilities including internet and access to laundry facilities)
5 breakfasts and 4 dinners, weekly
Custom programming and guest speakers
Adventures in Colorado (monthly for 9-month experience and one-time adventure for summer experience)
day-to-day at the gap
Program study and curriculum will be provided and led by spiritual leaders, experts in career fields and fellow believers who love the Lord and desire to love others like Jesus. The content centers around identifying and embracing the Lord’s creation and perfect plan for each individual, living responsibly and practical skills needed for living as a believer in a secular world.
Jobs
Service through employment is a key component of The Gap and is designed to be mutually beneficial for The Gap attendees and the community. Serving in the local workforce will provide a means to fund the Gap experience, learn valuable life skills, and practice being the light of Jesus in a secular world.
Adventures
Colorado is known for its beauty and access to great outdoor experiences. Monthly curated, team building adventures are part of the program. Additionally, each attendee will be encouraged to explore the beauty of God’s creation in all of the seasons!
Mentorships
In addition to the onsite host couple and the guest speaker programming, each attendee is assigned to a “wise” and “wiser” mentor. Mentors meet with, listen and advise each attendee throughout the program. The mentors help focus each attendee to see all opportunities and challenges through the lens of their strengths, giftings and values and lean into those circumstances that are particularly challenging.