The Next Ground Project

Unlock Your Power. Build the Future

The Next Ground Project, a free pre-apprenticeship program based in the Lower Eastern Shore.

We believe in second chances — and third ones too. You don’t need to have it all figured out. You just need to show up, be open to growth, and be ready to build something real.

Who This Program is For

Ideal for youth who are:

Ages 16–24
Lower Eastern Shore
Ready to show up + grow, even if you're not sure of the next step

No resume or transcript needed. Just a willingness to try.

What You’ll Get

All materials covered ($400 value)
Registration fee waived via sponsorship ($100 value)
Weekly meals + supportive learning space
Connections to career coaches, mentors, and certifications

What You’ll Learn (with Roots of Success)

Environmental Literacy & Green Jobs
Money & Budgeting Basics
Career Planning & Resume Building
Leadership, Advocacy, & Community Action

Time Committment: 10 Weeks

Program Contact Information:

Ella Samis

**ella@fenixyouthproject.org**
Program Instructor & Youth Advocate
Maryland Climate Corps Member 2025-2026

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About The Next Ground Project

The Next Ground Project is Fenix Youth Project’s innovative environmental literacy and workforce development program. It empowers unaccompanied youth under 25 by providing hands-on training and certifications in the green industry while restoring local landscapes through eco-friendly lawn-to-meadow conversions.

Our Mission:
To equip unaccompanied youth with the knowledge and skills to restore the environment while securing meaningful employment and building a better future.

thank you to our Program sponsors!

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