What is Mayhew?
Mayhew is a program whose mission is to challenge and help at-risk New Hampshire boys to believe in themselves, work well with others, and find their best. We’re independent, non-profit, and we serve disadvantaged, at-risk boys aged 10-16 from the state of New Hampshire. Boys begin the Mayhew experience when they’re 10 or 11 years-old, with a rigorous and challenging 25-day residential session on Mayhew Island. There are two summer sessions, each comprised of forty-two boys. The summer program promotes the development of improved self-esteem and behavior, healthier peer interactions, goal-setting skills, and a strong sense of belonging to and contributing to a positive community. Building on each boy’s summer progress, Mayhew’s professional staff of six full-time community workers visits each boy at home and school throughout the year. The community workers serve as positive role models and friends, while encouraging each boy to make healthy life choices. Boys participate tuition-free
