Neighbors Eden Project is honored to welcome Jay Marquez as our guest speaker for an upcoming Youth Service & Mentorship Night on June 11th at the United Way Building in Midland.
Jay Marquez is a longtime Midland community leader, founder of Teen F.L.O.W., and candidate for Midland County Judge. Through decades of leadership, mentorship, and service, Jay has dedicated his life to investing in young people and strengthening families within our community.
Following an evening of volunteer yard restoration work serving elderly and disabled residents, our youth participants will gather for a mentorship session focused on leadership, faith, perseverance, and the importance of walking alongside the next generation with purpose and integrity.
One of the things that resonated most with our team was Jay’s perspective that mentorship is not simply advice — it is “doing life together.” That philosophy closely reflects the heart behind Neighbors Eden Project and the work our volunteers continue to build across Midland.
We are grateful for leaders who are willing to pour into the next generation and help young people recognize their value, potential, and ability to create lasting impact in their communities.
📍 United Way Building – Midland
📅 June 11, 2026
🕗 Speaker Session Begins at 8:00 PM
Empowering youth. Strengthening community. Building legacy through service.
🌱 Youth in Action
Youth participants gain more than service hours.
They gain discipline, accountability, and real-world responsibility through consistent service.
Students ages 11–19 can participate in our Youth in Action: Growing the Next Generation of Servant Leaders program.
Parents are welcome to serve alongside their students.
Youth volunteers don’t just work; they develop leadership.
Through structured reflection and responsibility, they connect service to real-life character growth.
What We Provide:
✔️ All tools and protective gear (PPE)
✔️ Water on-site (refillable bottles welcome)
✔️ A hot meal and time to connect after the work is done
✔️ Credit for volunteer/service hours
📲 Want to join us this Thursday?
Text 432-255-8500 to get the week’s location and details. No group chat, just real people.