Youth of the Year 2025

    Meet Ricky: Youth of the Year for Michael A. Grant Boys & Girls Club

    Ricky is a 17-year-old senior who credits the Club with helping him stay out of trouble and make lifelong friends.…

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    Meet Kemariyah: Youth of the Year for Warren Boys & Girls Club

    Kemariyah is a 17-year-old junior who grew from reserved to confident leader. She mentors, leads service projects, and supports younger…

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    Meet Robert: Youth of the Year for Shaquille O’Neal Boys & Girls Club

    Robert is a 17-year-old senior who’s grown as a leader through Club responsibilities and holiday volunteer events. He brings friends…

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    Meet Briana: Youth of the Year for Malon D. Mimms Boys & Girls Club

    Briana is a 15-year-old sophomore who values the Club as a place to learn, grow, and make friends. Inspired by…

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    Meet Amani: Youth of the Year for Lawrenceville Boys & Girls Club

    Amani is a 16-year-old junior who found authenticity and leadership through Keystone and Legacy Leaders. She volunteers citywide, mentors at…

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    Meet Fatoumata “Fatima”: Youth of the Year for Joseph B. Whitehead Boys & Girls Club

    Fatima is a 16-year-old junior, Keystone vice president, Teen Ambassador, and Youth of the Year. The Club helped her overcome…

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    Meet Willie: Youth of the Year for John H. Harland Boys & Girls Club

    Willie is a 17-year-old senior who grew at Harland through leadership and hosting Club events. He’s explored colleges aligned with…

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    Meet Darreona: Youth of the Year for Jesse Draper Boys & Girls Club

    Darreona is a 17-year-old senior who learned teamwork, life skills, and confidence at her Club. She volunteers at the front…

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    Meet Louise: Youth of the Year for Flint River Community Center Boys & Girls Club

    Louise is a 17-year-old senior who grew her confidence after time in foster care. A Youth of the Year honoree,…

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    Meet Lyra: Youth of the Year for Camp Kiwanis

    Lyra is a 15-year-old sophomore active at Camp Kiwanis and Barksdale. She overcame bullying and anxiety, became an F.I.T., and…

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