Footprints On Campus: Join Us in Prayer This August
Mark your calendar for August 10-14, 2026 and join us for Footprints On Campus.
Our objective? To pray for 69,000 schools and 1,200 juvenile detention facilities across America.
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How You Can Get Involved
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#1. GO
Walk. Pray. Claim the ground.
Show up at a local school or juvenile detention facility and cover it in prayer during Footprints Week. Bring a friend, your family, or small group. Walk the sidewalks, circle the parking lot, or simply stand nearby and pray with intention. See our FAQs at the bottom of the page for more info.
"Every step you take is a prayer for transformation."
Get Connected with Others in Your Area
#2. GROW
Adopt a school for year-round prayer.
Prayer doesn't end after Footprints Week. Join us and our friends at Every Student Every School to adopt a campus and commit to praying for it consistently throughout the year.
We dream of every student within reach of the gospel — and that starts with prayer.
#3. GIVE
Invest in ministry happening on campus.
Support youth leaders and mentors who are ministering to students day in and day out. You can give to the national Footprints effort or to a specific leader you know by selecting their name from the dropdown on our giving page.
Your generosity helps place caring adults on campus and fuels gospel-centered outreach.
Be Part of the Nationwide Movement
Ready to make your footprints count? Let us know where you'll be praying, and we'll connect you with others in your area.
One step. One prayer. One school at a time. Let's cover a nation.
Join the movement! Let us know if you are in!
Join our Footprints on Campus Facebook Group and see what other leaders and prayer champions across the nation are doing to advance the movement!
Your Questions Answered: FAQ
Who can participate?
Anyone with a heart for students and a desire to see them encounter Jesus.
Do I need to register?
Not unless you're joining a local group that requires it. Otherwise, just show up and pray!
What do I do on campus?
Walk and pray. Pray for safety, revival, student leaders, Christian clubs, open doors for the gospel, and boldness for believers.
Do I need permission to be on campus?
Every area is different. We recommend remaining on public sidewalks or nearby spaces and using wisdom and discernment. If in doubt, pray from a distance.
Can I share our prayer photos or videos?
Absolutely! Tag us on Instagram, Facebook, or YouTube and use #FootprintsOnCampus.
What should I pray for?
If you need some inspiration, check out this list of 30 ways to pray for young people.
Are there materials I can use to promote Footprints?
Yes! Social graphics, sample prayer guides, and promo materials are available. Email us at footprints@nnym.org.
Is Footprints Week in August the only time this happens?
That's our national focus week, but you're encouraged to pray anytime. Let your calendar serve your conviction.
How can I pray all year?
Commit to adopting a local school and join a network of year-round intercessors.