Invest in Strong Communities

The state of Maine uses Mattering as one measure of well-being in the Maine Integrated Youth Health Survey (MIYHS). In the most recent survey, taken in 2021, 45% of middle and 49% of high school students did not feel they mattered in their community. In the same survey, 20% of middle and 18.5% of high schoolers said they seriously considered suicide.

We must invest in prevention strategies and policies that improve the health and well-being of our youth. These investments are not just monetary. We must invest time, energy, and care to ensure that all Maine youth understand that they matter to their community. 

A donation to the  Maine Youth Thriving  will expand the reach of Positive Childhood Experiences and other community supports for our children and families so they may thrive through education, systems change, and policy.

Please consider a gift to MyT. No gift is too large or too small.

You will make a difference in the lives of Maine youth, families, and communities into the future.

You can mail a check to MyT and sent to:

Maine Youth Thriving
PO Box 395

Gorham, Maine 04038

Or you can donate securely  online below.