Boys & Girls Club Holds Annual Youth of the Year Events
Santa Rosa, CA (April 22, 2024)—Boys & Girls Clubs of Sonoma-Marin will be celebrating its most outstanding Members at their annual Youth of the Year events throughout the months of April and May.
The Youth of the Year program culminates in these annual recognition events held for each Club and honors nearly 2,000 Club Members who have exemplified success in core program areas: Academic Success; Character and Leadership; Health and Life Skills; Sports, Fitness and Recreation; and the Arts.
During these annual celebrations, we will distinguish Club Members in each core area and announce the Club Youth of the Year. Being selected as a Club’s Youth of the Year is the highest honor a Club Member can receive.
"At Boys & Girls Clubs of Sonoma-Marin, we see so much potential in each and every kid who walks through our doors,” said Boys & Girls Clubs of Sonoma-Marin CEO Jennifer Weiss. “The Youth of the Year program isn't just about medals and speeches; it's about celebrating the amazing things our Members achieve. When we recognize the leadership, kindness, and hard work of our Members, it inspires others to believe in themselves and chase their dreams. These young people are the future leaders of our community, and we are so proud to be a part of their journey."
These family-friendly events are a chance for the community to witness firsthand the positive impact the Clubs have on young lives.
What Makes This Event Special?
Celebrating Success: The event honors Club Members who have shown significant improvement or excelled in core program areas throughout the year.
Focus on Character: Boys & Girls Clubs recognizes those who exemplify the "Club Kid mentality" – leadership, helpfulness, and a willingness to embrace new opportunities. Many Youth of the Year winners go on to compete for prestigious scholarships and leadership opportunities.
Building Future Leaders: Partnering with community leaders like Panda Express, Comcast, and Redwood Credit Union, this event showcases the collaborative effort of shaping future leaders.
Ceremony Details:
There are 13 "Youth of the Year" Award ceremonies that will be held to recognize Club Members from our 40 Clubs, representing nearly 10,000 members, and 10 North Bay Communities.
Thursday, April 25, 2024 (5:30-8:00pm) at Roseland Community Clubhouse will recognize Members from the following Clubs: RAMS Club, Roseland Creek Elementary Club, Roseland Community Clubhouse, Sheppard Elementary School Club.
Friday, April 26, 2024 (5:30-8:00pm) at Roseland Community Clubhouse will recognize Members from the following Clubs: Santa Rosa Charter School Club, Brook Hill Elementary Club, Hidden Valley Elementary Club, Proctor Terrace Elementary Club, and Steele Lane Elementary Club.
Saturday, April 27, 2024 (10:00am-1:00pm) at Roseland Community Clubhouse will recognize Members from the following Clubs: Cesar Chavez Language Academy Club, JX Wilson Elementary Club, and Abraham Lincoln Elementary Club, and Luther Burbank Elementary Club.
Saturday, April 27, 2024 (3:00-6:00pm) at Roseland Community Clubhouse will recognize Members from the following Clubs: Albert F. Biella Elementary Club, Comstock Middle Club, Helen Lehman Elementary Club, and James Monroe Elementary Club.
Friday, May 10, 2024 (6:30-8:00pm) at Cloverdale Clubhouse will recognize Members from the following Clubs: Washington Middle Club and Cloverdale Teen Club.
Wednesday, May 15, 2024 (4:30-6:30pm) at Geyserville Elementary School will recognize Members from the Geyserville Club.
Thursday, May 16, 2024 (5:00-7:00pm) at Healdsburg Clubhouse will recognize Members from the Healdsburg Clubhouse.
Friday, May 17, 2024 (4:00-7:30pm) at Brooks Road Clubhouse will recognize Members from the following Clubs: Brooks Road Clubhouse, Cali Calmecac Club, and San Miguel Elementary Club.
Friday, May 17, 2024 (5:30-7:00pm) at Lynwood Elementary School will recognize Members from the following Clubs: Lynwood Elementary Club, Olive Elementary Club, San Jose Middle Club, and Sinaloa Middle Club.
Thursday, May 23, 2024 (4:30-6:00pm) at Rohnert Park Clubhouse will recognize Members from the following Clubs: Rohnert Park Clubhouse
Friday, May 24, 2024 (6:00-8:00pm) at Lucchesi Clubhouse will recognize Members from the following Clubs: Lucchesi Clubhouse, Round Walk Village Club, McDowell Club, and McKinley Club.
About Boys & Girls of Sonoma-Marin:
Boys & Girls Clubs of Sonoma-Marin serves nearly 10,000 youth annually in Cloverdale, Geyserville, Healdsburg, Guerneville, Monte Rio, Windsor, Santa Rosa, Rohnert Park, Petaluma, and Novato. The organization opens its doors every day in 40 locations in Clubhouses, on school campuses, and even Juvenile Hall with a mission to enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to become caring, productive, and responsible adults. For more information on how the Clubs support our community, visit: bgcsonoma-marin.org and follow @bgcsonomamarin on Facebook and Instagram.
Media Contact:
Jennifer Weiss, CEO Boys & Girls Clubs of Sonoma-Marin
Email: jweiss@bgcsonoma-marin.org