Since 2008, Jobs for Michigan’s Graduates (JMG), a program of Youth Solutions, has delivered statewide data-driven outcomes, helping more than 40,000 hardest-to-serve youth build brighter futures through academic support, career readiness training, mentoring, and postsecondary planning.
After two consecutive state budget reductions, JMG faces an urgent, unexpected funding gap. Over the past two years, the Michigan Legislature has reduced JMG’s state appropriation by $1.7M — from $5.7M to $4M.
Because JMG partners leverage at least $1 for every $1 in state funding, the total resulting impact of these funding reductions is at least $3.4M for youth services.
Now is the time. Your investment is urgently needed to help close this gap, prevent immediate service reductions, and ensure Michigan youth continue to receive the mentoring, career development, postsecondary planning, and follow-up support they need to succeed.
Michigan’s young people are ready to learn, work, and lead. Let’s match their potential by investing in a proven program.
Invest in a Proven Program
Invest in Youth Solutions to celebrate youth success, showcase your commitment to Michigan communities, and help shape the state’s future workforce.
Make a donation online, contact us or mail to:
Youth Solutions
Donation
330 W Main Street, Suite 110
Benton Harbor, MI 49022
Our Impact
"When you think about the three strands—teaching and learning, structures and systems, and partnerships—Jobs for Michigan's Graduates and Youth Solutions have been at the foundation of that work. They provide career exploration experiences and career prep for our students so they can enter the workforce with the career readiness skills and essential skills to be successful in the next part of life."
Chauncy, JMG Specialist, Muskegon Community Educational Center (MCEC)
2025-26 PROGRAM LOCATIONS
What makes JMG uniquely effective?
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The support of a dedicated adult mentor, providing youth with individualized guidance
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Youth-centered, demand-informed approach to career development
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Up to 130 annual hours of direct engagement with youth, building trusted relationships and providing consistent support
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Opportunities to explore career options and aligned postsecondary pathways
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12-months of follow-up services after graduation or GED attainment
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Intentional development of essential life and employability skills