At Youthlinks we see, every day, the incredible impact our programs are having on the youth we serve and our community. We feel that those who have experienced our programs first had can describe the impact best.

• “Our son has learned to be faithful to commitments, even if choices for other activities must be put aside. He has also learned to be understanding of others’ points of view.”
  –Parent

• “I appreciate this program, because I feel it has been a great value in the maturation of our daughter. She is a senior now and will soon be moving on to college, but I think she will long remember the time she spent in Youthlinks programs.”
  –Parent

• “My son has grownup at Youthlinks. The experiences with others who have recognized his potential has made his best come out. He has truly blossomed this fall.”
  –Parent

• “I am very happy with the staff’s interest, genuine care, and concern for both my boys. They have become real friends.”
  –Parent

• “It is just so nice to see my very shy child trying new things that he would never have done before joining Youthlinks.”
  –Parent

• “Since being at Youthlinks, I noticed my daughter has been more involved in community activities and organizations. She has also been more involved in wanting to make changes in our community.”
  –Parent

• “I have learned that I can do anything if I put my mind to it. I have also learned that I am stronger than I thought I was.”
  –Youth participant
  

• “I like having a Youthlinks program to look forward to after a hard day at school.”
  –Youth participant

• “I have gained stronger friendships with people I didn’t know very well.” – Youth participant
  

• (Through Youthlinks) “I have learned how to recognize the needs of the community.”
  –Youth participant

• “(I learned) it is easy to make new friends if you try.” -Youth participant

• “I have seen eyes light up that were pretty much shut down before their involvement in Youthlinks. Students have demonstrated a love of a ‘connection’ between themselves, Youthlinks and the community.”
  –Marsha Bird, 6th grade teacher, Thomaston Grammar School

• “I think it (Youthlinks) is an excellent organization that provides kids with positive emotional, social and academic experiences.”
  –Sara Gilfenbaum, 6th grade teacher, Thomaston Grammar School

• “I believe that Youthlinks plays a vital role in the area by helping students gain a better perspective on life. Students from every socio-economic background can participate on an equal level in activities that are well designed, innovative, exciting and well supervised.”
  –David Hanc, MSAD #5 School Counselor
  

• “The most impressive part about Youthlinks for me is that they’re teaching our youth to not only respect and value our community, but to become vital, contributing members.”
  –John Bragg, President Elect, Rockland Rotary

• "Youthlinks is an incredibly valuable program for the youth in the Greater Rockland Area.  Youthlinks programs help improve our youth's self-esteem & sense of worth while at the same time giving back to the community.  Youthlinks is a true resource!"
  –Stephanie D. Field, LCSW Program Manager, Child & Family Community Services Sweetser
  

• “Youthlinks builds competence and confidence in young people. We are fortunate to have them in our community.”
  –Leslie Hyde, Extension Educator, University of Maine Cooperative Extension