In 2011, the program expanded to offer select sessions to any student who completed the application and interview process. In 2013, LFC received national recognition from the Ash Center for Democratic Governance and Innovation at the Harvard Kennedy School and was honored by Harvard as a “Bright Idea” in recognition of being a creative and promising government program and partnership. In 2014, the scholarship increased to $1000 for each program graduate. In 2016, a WVU Capstone Study revealed the program was unique and stands apart when compared to youth leadership training programs across the country. In addition to the high school program, LFC has offered continuing education programs for teachers; outdoor education programming and support for local schools; and conducted a pilot program to provide LFC programming for 8th graders.