Congratulations to all of five of our 2019 Youth of the Year finalists who bravely presented their personal stories of triumph in the face of adversity and showed how each of their Club experiences have shaped their individual paths. You are the change. You are the future.
Youth of the Year is a signature Boys & Girls Clubs program that prepares the next generation for leadership in a diverse, global and integrated world economy. Beginning in 1947, Youth of the Year has evolved into a comprehensive leadership development program aimed at preparing young people for the 21st-century world and workplace, emphasizing that leadership skills, such as communication, goal-setting and teamwork, are essential for everyone.