Our Youth of the Year Celebration acknowledges teens ages 14-18 for their achievements in leadership, service, and academic excellence. They exemplify the critical impact that Boys & Girls Clubs have on the lives of young people.

Youth of the Year is not only Boys & Girls Clubs of America’s premier recognition program, it is also the most esteemed youth leadership awards nationally. The Youth of the Year program acknowledges teens ages 14-18 for their achievements in leadership, service, and academic excellence. Teens are recognized and celebrated based on their embodiment of the values of leadership service, academic excellence, and healthy lifestyles. They exemplify the critical impact that Boys & Girls Clubs have on the lives of young people.