About the US Men’s Academy (USMA)
The US Men’s Academy is a structured mentorship organization focused on developing disciplined, capable men and preparing the next generation through responsibility, guidance, and real-world participation.
The Academy is not a classroom model and not a youth club. It operates through mentorship, accountability, and progressive responsibility, placing men and boys in environments where standards are lived, not merely discussed.
Our work centers on building reliable men, supporting fathers, and giving boys the structure and example they need to mature into capable adults.
How the Academy Is Organized
The Academy operates through local Squadrons.
A Squadron is a geographically based unit made up of adult men, fathers, and youth participants who train, meet, and operate together. Squadrons are the primary way the Academy functions in the real world.
Within each Squadron are three primary groups, referred to as Troops, organized by age and role:
Green Troop (Ages 18+)
The Green Troop is composed of adult men who have been screened and accepted into full participation. These men carry the primary responsibility for leadership, mentorship, logistics, and standards within the Squadron.
Red Troop (Ages 13–17)
The Red Troop consists of older youth preparing for increased responsibility. Participation emphasizes discipline, reliability, competence, and readiness for adult expectations and leadership under supervision.
Blue Troop (Ages 6–12)
The Blue Troop consists of younger boys introduced to structure, basic skills, respect, and accountability in an age-appropriate environment guided by fathers and senior mentors.
Youth participation occurs under the guidance of fathers and senior mentors. Advancement within or between groups is based on maturity, conduct, and demonstrated readiness, not age alone.
The Auxiliary
The Auxiliary is the entry point for all new members and a support element assigned to each Squadron. It provides a structured place for acclimation, assessment, and contribution, while also serving as a reserve of capable men and community supporters who assist with logistics, service efforts, and continuity. Participation in the Auxiliary supports Squadron operations and community service, with healthy, able men encouraged to advance into active troop roles as readiness and circumstances allow.
Cultural Foundation
The culture of the US Men’s Academy is informed by the historical traditions that shaped Western civilization, including European cultural and theological heritage. These traditions emphasized responsibility, discipline, hierarchy, service, and the transmission of values from one generation to the next.
This cultural foundation influences the Academy’s organizational structure, expectations of conduct, and emphasis on mentorship. It is presented as heritage and context, not as a political or theological mandate. Participation in the Academy does not require adherence to any specific denomination or belief system, but it does require the upmost respect for the traditions that inform its standards and culture.
Non-Profit Status and Use of Donations
The US Men’s Academy operates as a non-profit organization.
Donations and qualifying contributions made in support of the Academy are tax-deductible, as permitted by law. Funds are used to support the practical needs of the organization and to prepare men and young men for meaningful service within their communities.
Donations help offset costs such as:
Equipment and materials used for training and field activities
Specialty instruction and preparedness training relevant to community service
Logistical support for outings, service projects, and organized responses
Administrative and operational expenses required to sustain local Squadrons
The Academy has previously assisted in community recovery efforts, including support during Hurricane Helene, and uses those experiences to inform ongoing training and preparedness. While the Academy is not a standing disaster response organization, it exists to develop capable men who are ready to serve when their communities need them.
All donated funds are directed toward strengthening the Academy’s ability to train, equip, and organize responsible men and youth for real-world service, not private gain.
The US Mens Academy (USMA)
USMA volunteers performing public service during Hurricane Helene recovery operations.