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
- 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
2025 Youth of the Year
Congratulations, Abigail B.!
- Club: Northland High School Club
- Length of Membership: 3 Years
- Career Interest: Pediatric Nurse Practioner
- Defining Characteristics: Compassionate and motivated
“The Boys & Girls Club has been my second home-a place where I found my voice, purpose, and confidence to create change. It’s where I learned that young people like me have power to lead and inspire.” – Abigail B.
Youth of the Year Finalists
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Isadora C.
Columbus Africentric Early College High School Clubhouse
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Akiah D. D.
Northland High School Clubhous
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Jaiya K.
South Side Clubhouse
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Meyah L.
Northland High School Clubhouse
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Emmily R.
Champion Companies Milo-Grogan Clubhouse
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Reggi'Nay R.
J. Ashburn Jr. Clubhouse
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Randy R.
Champion Companies Milo-Grogan Clubhouse
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Purin S.
Louella Hodges Reese Clubhouse
Junior Youth of the Year Awardees
Junior Youth of the Year helps Club members ages 11 – 15 foster leadership skills and prepares them for later participation in the Youth of the Year program.
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Arianna S.
KIPP Columbus School Clubhouse
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Jordan S.
KIPP Columbus School Clubhouse
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Xavier S.
KIPP Columbus School Clubhouse
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Ashlynn D.
Louella Hodges Reese Clubhouse (Newark)
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Braylyn L.
Louella Hodges Reese Clubhouse (Newark)
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Mila R.
Louella Hodges Reese Clubhouse (Newark)
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Cylen S.
Champion Companies Milo-Grogan Clubhouse
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Gemma B.
Oak Street Clubhouse (Marion)
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Shawnee B.
Oak Street Clubhouse (Marion)
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Zoey C.
Oak Street Clubhouse (Marion)
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LaNiyah G.
Oak Street Clubhouse (Marion)
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Alexandria L.
Oak Street Clubhouse (Marion)
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Jenson L.
Oak Street Clubhouse (Marion)
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Sophie M.
Oak Street Clubhouse (Marion)
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Khaniya R.
Oak Street Clubhouse (Marion)
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Jonah S.
Oak Street Clubhouse (Marion)
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Shaydon M.
Sherwood Middle School Clubhouse
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Earnez J.
South Side Clubhouse
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Ty'Juan T. Jr.
South Side Clubhouse
Thank You to Our Youth of the Year Sponsors!
