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Southwest Michigan







Unit: Southwest Michigan
POC: Lillian Chrispyn
Phone: 269-944-9849
Register NOW!

Thank you for your interest in joining our unit. 

To become a Young Marine, all youth members must complete Recruit Training. Recruit Training is designed to teach the recruits the basics of what it means to be a Young Marine. Recruits will learn:
  • Teamwork, Leadership, and Discipline
  • Close Order Drill
  • Military Terms and Jargon
  • Marine Corps Enlisted Rank Structure
  • Uniform Care and Maintenance
  • Physical Fitness
  • Military Customs and Courtesies
  • And More!
Things you need to know before joining:

  • This program is not meant for youth that need to be disciplined. Staff are non-licensed volunteers.
  • Youth members must be at least 8 years old and have not completed High School.
  • At least one parent/legal guardian and all youths to be registered must attend an Orientation/Registration night.

You will need to bring the following to Orientation/Registration night:
  • Birth Certificate and Social Security Card (for verification purposes only)
  • Immunization Record
  • Recent Physical Exam or School Sports Physical (less than one year old)
  • Copy of Medical Insurance Card (front and back)
Recruit Registration Fees - $50.00
$50 is the annual national registration for the Young Marines program.

Start Up Fees - $200.00
This is a one time fee to get started in the Young Marines program. This fee covers uniform, guidebook, and any other items that are provided to your youth. This does not cover the registration fee. It is in addition to (plan to pay a total of $250 to get started - we do discount for 2 or more youth being signed up at the same time).

Additional items provided by parents (must have at first training):
  • Plain Black PT/Gym Shorts
  • Plain Black Crew Neck T-shirt
  • Plain Black Sweatpants
  • Plain Black Crew Neck Sweatshirt
  • White Socks
  • Black Crew Socks (will be needed after Recruit Training to be worn with uniform)
  • Water Bottle (with water at start of night)
  • Notebook
  • Writing Stick
  • Gym bag or Backpack to hold gear (best to have one designated for Young Marines only)
Become an Adult Volunteer.
Registered volunteers in the Young M
arines are adults age 18 and up who possess a high school diploma or equivalent. Every volunteer has been through a federal background check and verified through character references.

Begin the Application Process Now!
Let us know you are interested in joining our unit by clicking on the Join/Volunteer link below and tell us a little about yourself. Someone will contact you shortly to proceed with the application. If you have any questions, simply click on the Contact Unit link below.
  • Do you wish to Join or Volunteer at our Unit?
  • Click the Join/Volunteer button below to begin the application process
  • Do you wish to contact our unit with a question or comment unrelated to Joining or Volunteering?
  • Click the Contact Unit button below to fill out a contact unit form
Strengthening the lives of America's youth
A national youth program for boys and girls, ages eight through high school, focused on leadership, citizenship through community service, self-discipline, and living a healthy, drug-free lifestyle.
Headquarters Young Marines
17739 Main Street, Suite 250
Dumfries, VA 22026
Phone: 800-717-0060
Fax: 202-315-3594

Combined Federal Campaign # 11954