The Young Marines are a community based organization that provides a youth leadership program and mentors children from ages 8 to 18. The Young Marines encourage the core values of Honor, Courage and Commitment. The EEYM Young Marines program seeks to inspire the youth within our communities by promoting a healthy and drug-free lifestyle through instruction and adventurous activities.
The Emerald Empire Young Marines could use your financial support in order to accomplishing our mission.
Ways You Can Help
Cash Donations
Your gift is deductible as a charitable donation for federal income tax purposes. Your tax deduction is for 100% of your gift. Your gift supports the programs of the Emerald Empire Young Marines.
Contributions-in-Kind
An office supply store could donate supplies such as copy paper, printing or copy services. A sporting goods store could donate camping equipment or specialized outdoor gear. A company that is upgrading computer or office equipment could donate it to Emerald Empire Young Marines A shopping center or service station could offer the use of its parking area, water and supplies for a car wash. A transportation company could donate transportation for an encampment. A supermarket or food service could donate food for an encampment or other event. These are just a few of the many ways that you and your company could help out.
Volunteering with the Young Marines
If you would like to donate your time, we have a place for you as a registered adult on our staff. Use the Contact Form if you would like to volunteer with The Emerald Empire Young Marines. One of our officers or staff will get back with you to discuss our needs for volunteers. All registered volunteer with EEYM, undergo a background check by the Young Marines National Headquarters. Personal references provided with your application will also be checked. To review the Registered Adult Application, Click Here. Prior military experience is not required to become a volunteer with the Young Marines.
Donations are 100% Tax Deductible
The Young Marines is a nationwide, non-profit youth organization. In 1981 they were granted exemption from federal income tax under section 501(c) (3) of the Internal Revenue Code with a Federal Identification Number of: 38-2346425. See Letter
Checks should be made out to Emerald Empire Young Marines. Donations may be mailed to EEYC:
Emerald Empire Young Marines
Veterans Memorial Bldg.
1626 Willamette Street
Eugene, OR 97401
Or contact us for more details.
