A Premier Leadership Program

Boys & Girls Clubs of America’s premier recognition program, celebrates teens for exemplary achievements in academics, leadership, and service.

Each year, one Club teen is awarded the Youth of the Year title, serving as ambassador for the Clubs and a voice for all members. The Youth of the Year receives the Keller Family Scholarship for post-secondary education (up to $10,000), a computer, and a chance to compete for additional scholarships and recognition at the state and national levels.

Diamond: $20,000
Platinum: $15,000
Gold: $10,000
Silver: $5,000
Bronze: $2,500
Supporting: $1,000

Diamond: $20,000

BGCCO Website (Logo)
Social media mention (Logo)
Youth of the Year sponsor packet (Logo)
Youth of the Year mailing announcement (Logo)
Two tickets to the event
Invitation, marketing materials & event program (Logo)
Event signage (Logo)
Annual Report (Logo)
Invites to year-round engagement opportunities
Co-Branded event sponsor
Opportunity to speak at the event

Platinum: $15,000

BGCCO Website (Logo)
Social media mention (Logo)
Youth of the Year sponsor packet (Logo)
Youth of the Year mailing announcement (Logo)
Two tickets to the event
Invitation, marketing materials & event program (Logo)
Event signage (Logo)
Annual Report (Logo)
Invites to year-round engagement opportunities

Gold: $10,000

BGCCO Website (Logo)
Social media mention (Logo)
Youth of the Year sponsor packet (Logo)
Youth of the Year mailing announcement (Logo)
Two tickets to the event
Invitation, marketing materials & event program (Logo)
Event signage (Logo)
Annual Report (Logo)

Silver: $5,000

BGCCO Website (Logo)
Social media mention (Logo)
Youth of the Year sponsor packet (Logo)
Youth of the Year mailing announcement (Logo)
Two tickets to the event
Invitation, marketing materials & event program (Logo)
Event signage (Logo)

Bronze: $2,500

BGCCO Website (Name)
Social media mention (Name)
Youth of the Year sponsor packet (Name)
Youth of the Year mailing announcement (Name)
Two tickets to the event
Invitation, marketing materials & event program (Name)

Supporting: $1,000

BGCCO Website (Name)
Social media mention (Name)
Youth of the Year sponsor packet (Name)
Youth of the Year mailing announcement (Name)
Two tickets to the event

2024 Youth of the Year

Congratulations, TeAndre W.!

Club: Champion Companies Milo-Grogan Club
Length of Membership: 2 Years
Career Interest: Flying helicopters for the police force.
Defining Characteristics: Self-motivator, creative thinker

“My journey to overcome anxiety started at the Boys & Girls Club. It was not about academic recognition, it celebrated personal growth that became a catalyst for change.” – TeAndre W.

Youth of the Year Finalists

Caden G.

Northland High School Club
Jalik K.

South Side Club
Kira R.

Oak Street Club - Marion

Junior Youth of the Year Awardees

Junior Youth of the Year helps Club members ages 10 – 13 foster leadership skills and prepares them for later participation in the Youth of the Year program.