The Young Marines is a national non-profit 501(c)(3) youth education and service program for boys and girls, age eight through the completion of high school. The Young Marines promotes the mental, moral and physical development of its members. The program focuses on teaching the values of leadership, teamwork and self-discipline, so its members can live and promote a healthy, drug-free lifestyle.
Young Marines units are community-based programs lead by dedicated adult volunteers. Many of these volunteers are former, retired, active duty, or reserve service members.
The Young Marines is the proud recipient of the Department of Defense's Fulcrum Shield Award for Excellence in Youth Anti-Drug Programs. The year 2019 marks the 10th time the Young Marines have won the Fulcrum Shield. The award recognizes military-affiliated youth organizations around the world that have made concerted efforts at spreading anti-drug messages throughout their communities.
Since the Young Marines' humble beginnings in 1959 with one unit and a handful of boys, the organization has grown to over 235 units with 8,000 youth and 2,500 adult volunteers in 40 states, the District of Columbia, Japan and affiliates in a host of other countries.
Company Details
- Employees
- 130
- Founded
- -
- Address
- 17739 Main St, Suite 250, Dumfries,va 22026,united States
- Industry
- Non-Profit Organizations
- Website
- youngmarines.com
- HQ
- Dumfries, VA
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