Service Provider Toolkit — Military Child and Youth Programs

The Defense Department is committed to the health and well-being of military children and sponsors a variety of programs to support children, youth and teens as they journey from childhood to adulthood.

Use the following child and youth program resources to help support your work with military youth and families. You can also download the free MilProvider app to easily access and share these Military OneSource resources, products and more with service members and their families.

Downloadable products:

• Military Child and Youth Programs flyer (Coming soon)
• Military Child and Youth Program Digital banner
• Military and Family Life Counseling Program (Child and Youth Behavioral) brochure

Relevant resources:

• Family Life Resources – Top resources to help military children grow strong, make friends and enjoy the adventure side of military life
• Children and Youth Resources – Resources to connect families to opportunities that can prepare children for success — both in their education and beyond
• MWR Products and Resources – Background, highlights, data and other information about MWR programs and services
• Youth Programs/Center on MilitaryINSTALLATIONS – Quick search link to find installation youth centers

Sharable podcasts:

• Military Youth of the Year podcast
• 4-H Military Partnership podcast

Sharable videos:

Listen to military youth and their advisors discussing how military youth programs benefit youth and teens. Share these videos with families, service providers and leaders to inform them about the importance of military youth programs.

• BGCA Military Youth of the Year: Inspiring Authenticity, Confidence and Courage
• Military Youth Centers: A Critical Constant

Relevant resources:

• Military Child Care Programs
• Youth Services for National Guard Families
• Fun and Fitness
• Children and Youth Counseling Services Help Develop Healthy Habits
• Podcast: School Liaisons and Geo-Dispersed Families
• Military Youth of the Year – Advisors video