Programs

Ask any group of children what they want to be when they grow up, and one or more will inevitably answer “police officer.” Whether it’s the excitement of the position, the desire to help others, or both, for some, that desire to be a peace officer never fades. In Marion, the Citizen’s Police Academy and […]

Marion County Historical Society’s Hall of Fame While MarionMade’s Celebrate Marion Gala is only two years old, the effort to recognize Marion’s notables has a far longer history.  The official Marion County Hall of Fame resides inside the Marion County Historical Society’s Heritage Hall, and has since 1988. A nomination process for new inductees is […]

The Marion Mentors 21 program is a collaboration of the Marion Family YMCA, Marion City Schools, Ridgedale and Elgin Local Schools, Boys and Girls Club, United Way of Marion County, and members of Marion’s faith-based community.  The program is managed by Erin Slater, the YMCA’s director of mentoring. According to Slater, the purpose of Marion […]

The local YMCA is much more than a workout facility.  It is a hub for community partnerships which address the organization’s century-old goals of developing the potential of youth, helping one another improve well-being, and giving back to the community. The Marion Family YMCA has, since 1892, offered a wide variety of programs and services […]

Responding to the Needs of Domestic Violence Victims During the month of December, MarionMade! is sharing stories focused on Marion organizations which help others. The number one reason someone may stay in an abusive relationship is love. It is human nature to want to love and be loved. When abuse – physical or emotional – […]