Our Initiatives

  • Aspire Initiative

    The Aspire Initiative is a partnership among a local school district, JMG, and the MELMAC Education Foundation to support students from early learning through high school graduation and into post-secondary experiences in ways that prepare them to successfully join the workforce.

  • HOPE & PaS Programs

    HOPE & PaS are statewide workforce development programs by the Maine Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) that help parenting Mainers pursue training and education. A core component is Pathway Navigator services provided by JMG.

  • MELMAC Program

    JMG and the MELMAC Foundation have collaborated with partner high schools to provide support to students on a school-wide basis to identify their aspirations for life.

  • Opportunity Passport®

    A financial education and matched savings program that helps Maine youth in foster care make successful transitions to adulthood. Opportunity Passport matches up to $1,000 every year.

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