The Youth of the Year program is celebrating sixty years of excellence. It started in 1947 and has grown to symbolize the very best Boys & Girls Clubs have to offer. Historically, this program has had a tremendous impact on our members. Many of the former finalists are now very successful business people and leaders in their communities. Their occupations range from CBS news reporter to a Club Unit Director.

Qualifications to being Youth of the Year:

Service: Is helpful to staff and other club members, encourages others to participate and follow club rules.

Pride: Displays pride in himself/herself, the club and all it stands for.

Enthusiasm: Helps make the Boys & Girls Club a positive place to be.

Participation: Participates in Club activities, athletics, computer study and special events.

Attendance: Attends the Boys & Girls Club daily and contributes in making every youth a winner.

Attitude: Shows a positive attitude, respects himself/herself, the staff, club members and others. Follows the rules and help make every member count.

Through Boys & Girls Clubs of America's Youth of the Year program, clubs have an opportunity to encourage all members to become leaders and contribute to their family, school, club and community.

The following members will be honored tonight:

Anthony A. - Clinton Branch
Paola A. - Heritage Site
Robert J. - Alamitos Site
Milan K. - Edgar Branch
Claudia Michelle M. - Bryant Site
Jenny N. - Rosita Site
Sophia P. - Doig Site
Haley R. - Main Branch
Marie S. - Zeyen Site
Nayeli S. - Clinton Branch
Yara T. - Skylark Site
Khalidah Tokhi—Jordan
Tiarra T. - Fitz Site
Viviana V. - Russell Site
Vicky V. - Patton Branch
Wesley V. - Stanford Unit Branch

Members will enjoy a night with outstanding food and excellent company with special thanks to our supporter and heroes, the members of the Garden Grove Evening Kiwanis Club. It is so delightful to share this achievement with current members of our community and our future leaders of tomorrow. Your dedication and generous hearts will be felt for years to come.