About Us

Who We Are

Northwest Georgia Young Marines is based in Douglasville, GA, and it is our pleasure to be part of one of the nation's premier programs for boys and girls aged eight to eighteen. Through its programs, the Young Marines encourage self-confidence, academic achievement, respect for our veterans, good citizenship, and community service among America's youth.

What We Do

At Northwest Georgia Young Marines, our vision is to become the leading youth leadership program in our region. Our core mission revolves around empowering young minds and nurturing character development through an array of engaging events and activities. From comprehensive leadership training to community service projects, thrilling physical fitness challenges, and enlightening educational field trips, we aim to provide a holistic growth experience for our Young Marines. Passionate about serving veterans and the homeless, we are dedicated to making a positive impact in our community. Our Young Marines will have numerous opportunities to lend a helping hand to those in need.

At Northwest Georgia Young Marines, we seek to recruit responsible, respectful, and academically-driven youth. We encourage our Young Marines to be responsible citizens, not only within their community but also at home. Our commitment to community service extends to various activities such as performing flag ceremonies, color guard duties, assisting local businesses, participating in parades, and showing appreciation to veterans. We value the support of local businesses through generous donations that fund our unit's events and activities. Moreover, we strive to impact other youth by setting an example of living a healthy, drug-free lifestyle. Our Drug Demand Reduction (DDR) program is one of our key initiatives, which we proudly share with our communities, spreading awareness and fostering positive change.

 Join us at Northwest Georgia Young Marines as we shape responsible leaders, make a difference in our community, and inspire others to embrace a brighter future. Together, let's embark on a transformative journey that leaves a lasting impact on the lives of our Young Marines and the communities we serve.

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In order to become a Young Marine, youth attend a 26-hour orientation program, usually spread out over several weekly meetings. The orientation is referred to as Recruit Training. Young Marine Recruits learn topics such as history, customs, and courtesies, close order drill, physical fitness, and military rank structure. Upon graduation from Young Marine Recruit Training, the youth can earn rank, wear the Young Marine uniform, and work towards ribbon awards. Several ribbons are awarded to Young Marines for their achievements in areas such as leadership, community service, swimming, academic excellence, first aid, and drug resistance education.

Northwest Georgia Young Marines brings the Young Marines program to the youth of these and surrounding areas, including Carroll County and Douglas County, for youth and adults interested in participating in our program. If interested or want to learn more, please get in touch with us at (678) 952-9668 or email northwestgeorgia@youngmarines.org.