Transform a Young Life by Investing in their Success!
As we celebrate our 50th anniversary, we are…
…humbled by the relationships and support that we have received from our community over the decades!
…grateful for the life changes that thousands of youth have experienced here at Middle Earth, becoming responsible adults and leading successful, happy lives!
…excited to plan for our next 50 years, standing strong at the heart of our community’s social safety net.
Please join in our celebration and help us to continue our important work by making a donation!
1970’s alumni…
“Without the guidance offered by Middle Earth, its volunteers and staff, I may not have finished high school nor returned to college as a single mom; I may have remained on welfare as my mother and not had the strength to obtain my master’s degree. I was literally removed from the streets and pushed in the right direction to what I consider a very successful life.”
1980’s alumni…
“Middle Earth is a caring network that helps kids make the right decisions that will ensure their well-being and lead them to succeed. When I was a teenager, everyone at Middle Earth inspired me to do better. They believed in my potential. For many of us, they became our conscience. Middle Earth is a huge part of who I am today.”
1990’s alumni…
“Middle Earth programs changed my life by giving me support when I had no one else that would. That support allowed me to change my life for the better, gain a career and training. I am now living the dream that I never thought would happen and do not know where I would be without Middle Earth.”
2000’s alumni…
“Middle Earth is a community that has helped me believe that it is possible to follow my dreams. I envision myself making a positive impact in the world!”
2010’s alumni…
“Without Middle Earth, I believe I would not have done my best in high school. The programs helped me step out of my shell, made me become more involved in my community, and also helped me walk the path towards college.”
2020’s alumni…
“Ever since I joined the program, I feel like there is someone that actually cares about me and pushes me to be the best ‘me’ that I can be.”
Unfortunately, youth around our community are still hurting. We only need to watch the news to realize that adolescents are dealing with increasing depression, anxiety, suicide, self-harm, racial injustice, school shootings, and cultural pressure. The programs that you support at Middle Earth make a tangible impact in combating the challenges that youth face.
Over 90% of every dollar you donate goes directly to services provided to youth living in Somerset County.
Please consider becoming a monthly donor – put your impact on autopilot! Only $25 per month would provide one month of activities and workshops at our Community Youth Centers.