Mscastro06

My son started in this program when he was 9 years old. He was shy and soft spoken. I was a single teen mom and his father suffered from drug addiction. My son is now 16. He learned confidence, teamwork and patriotism. He is an advocate for drug prevention and learned so much from the DDR program within Young Marines. The skills learned through this program have set him up for the career he chose to become a government/history teacher. He started college courses this year and has no problem speaking to adults in his class and understanding the material. I believe the young marines is a program that has impacted my son and our family for years to come! Thank you so much to everyone who helped my son become the young man he is today.

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Our Mission

The core mission of the Young Marines organization is to fundamentally influence the trajectory of America’s future through the delivery of high-caliber developmental programs for both boys and girls. Our programs are meticulously designed to nurture and cultivate a robust set of values, including leadership, teamwork, and personal responsibility, among the youth. These programs not only aim to instill a profound sense of discipline and respect for themselves and others but also encourage a healthy, drug-free lifestyle through educational initiatives and active community involvement.

At the heart of our mission lies the commitment to foster a generation that is well-prepared to meet the challenges of tomorrow with confidence, integrity, and a deep-rooted desire to contribute positively to their communities and the nation at large. By participating in our diverse range of activities, from community service projects to leadership training sessions and outdoor expeditions, our young members gain invaluable experiences that shape their character and broaden their perspectives.

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Registered volunteers in the Young Marines are adults aged 18 and up who possess a high school diploma or equivalent. Every volunteer will be background-checked and verified through character references.

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Let me tell you a little about how I got to where I am today. When growing up I was always told one rule by my Nana: “Try...

Slaghaei

March 1, 2024

Greetings To All, My son started to participate in the Young Marines about a few months now. He absolutely loves going. He looks forward to the classes and...

Linaressan

October 6, 2023

My son started in this program when he was 9 years old. He was shy and soft spoken. I was a single teen mom and his father suffered...

Mscastro06

October 6, 2023

As a member of the Young Marines as a youth for ten years and adult volunteer for the last five years, I evoke the teamwork, leadership and discipline...

CMHamper

October 3, 2023

I was in the Young Marines for almost 10 years, and it completely changed my life. I learned the values of leadership, citizenship, and how to become a...

Mariokko

October 18, 2022

Young Marines is truly a life changing program. I joined when I was 8 years old and continued on through the program for 10 years....

Macielaine17

November 5, 2020

The Young Marines program has been a part of my life since I was three. All of my siblings and myself have gone through the program. Growing up,...

Anonymous(Client 1)

November 4, 2019

The Young Marines program teaches leadership and a variety of skills that kids need for life. The real world experiences from opportunities such as...

CDish

August 2, 2019

Our son, Walter, attended the National Advanced Leadership School in Oregon this summer. He gained invaluable leadership skills, and he built lasting friendships with other Young Marines from...

MSpatton

August 2, 2019