The Young Marines is a non-profit youth education organization
and service program for boys and girls
ages 8 through the completion of high school.
The Young Marines promotes the mental, moral and
physical development of its members.
The program focuses on character building, leadership,
and promotes a healthy, drug-free lifestyle.
The program encourages community service and
veteran’s appreciation as well as volunteerism.
Although the Young Marines is the U.S. Marine Corps' official focal program
to the Department of Defense for youth Drug Demand Reduction,
the Young Marines is not a recruiting force for the U.S. Marine Corps.
We do however; strive to instill the core values of Honor, Courage, and Commitment
adopted by the Marine Corps to each of our members,
along with our Young Marines core values of Discipline, Teamwork, and Leadership
