Young Marines

Young Marines is a national youth program that includes obstacle courses, camps, competitions, national events, team-building adventures, National Leadership Schools, healthy living and drug-free initiatives, service projects, events, and trips. The program includes mentorship from peers and role models and features service projects such as honoring veterans and cleaning parks.

• Ages: 8–18 years old

The mission statement of Young Marines is that it is a national youth program for ages eight through high school graduation. Community involvement activities include honoring veterans, cleaning parks, and helping the community in ways that are described as making a difference that counts.

Last updated July 18, 2026.