Our mission is to unlock the inherent potential of every young person, while empowering them to thrive.

Never wavering. Always here.

MYC is a steadfast resource for area teens and adults. We never waver and we are always here.

That dedication makes all the difference to teens like Bella, knowing that she can come to receive homework help, have something fun to do afterschool until mom gets out of work, a friend to lean on when life throws a curveball, and a community family to eat dinner with every night.

Creating an unwavering support system for Bella and every teen, young adult, or caregiver who steps through the door is central to our mission to unlock the inherent potential of every young person, empowering them to thrive. Yet, we can’t do this without your help.

Become a Youth Champion!

We are inviting YOU to become a Youth Champion at MYC – a dedicated supporter who believes in our work and who takes a step to sustain and champion our vision to co-create a community where all young people know they matter.

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Brushstrokes and Soundwaves 

May 28, 2025

The morning of May 2nd was crisp and full of promise as six students from the SAFE Club stepped onto the streets of Portland, guided by their facilitators, Olivia Bean and Tony Keyes. Their destination? The Portland Museum of Art, a place where time stood still on canvases and creativity thrived in every corridor. Inside,…

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Learning is an adventure, chart your course! Summer Campership Appeal

April 28, 2025

MYC COMPASS SUMMER!  Every summer, local middle school youth and families face a crucial choice. Will young teens spend their days adrift and unsupervised while parents work, or join us at Midcoast Youth Center & Skatepark, where they’ll find mentorship, friendship, and activities that build confidence and skills? Our summer program provides grades 6-8 with…

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MYC Expands McKinney-Vento Support Team to Help More Local Youth & Families

April 28, 2025

We’re excited to share news from Midcoast Youth Center: our McKinney-Vento Outreach team is growing! Thanks to new support from MaineHousing Emergency Relief, we’re welcoming two amazing new Housing Specialists to the Merrymeeting Support Collaborative for Youth Experiencing Homelessness. Jena Beaulieu and Danielle Bailey will help MYC meet the rising needs of youth and families…

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Our Social Enterprise: Bath Skatepark

The largest indoor skatepark in Maine, our skatepark offers over 6,000 square feet for skateboarding, inline skates, scooters & BMX.

Your session fees support programs in the adjoining Midcoast Youth Center and provide a variety of employment opportunities for local youth.

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Join Our Meal Train Community

Our meal train program provides nutritious, homecooked dinners to MYC youth throughout the week. 

Local community members, restaurants, and partner organizations sign up to donate a meal once a month to provide community meals like lasagna, chili, tacos, make-your-own-subs, and more!

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Our Vision

To co-create equitable communities where all young people know they matter. MYC will be a community hub that ensures social emotional health for all young people so they can reach their fullest potential and become compassionate leaders of tomorrow.