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Welcome Marcia Mintz, CEO, Boys & Girls Clubs of the Valley Vakentae Cooks, 2021 State Youth of the Year
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Hosts Kristen Keogh, The Social Television Network – STN TV
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Recognitions Featured Youth of the Year Speakers – see list below
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Announcement of 2022 Youth of the Year Marcia Mintz, CEO, Boys & Girls Clubs of the Valley Vakentae Cooks, 2021 State Youth of the Year
YOUTH OF THE YEAR 2022 (Listed order of speaking)
Aldo Cano Bailey Mitchell Christian Alvarado
Ed Robson Family Branch
North Canyon High School
Bob Bové Branch, a Thornwood Legacy
Agua Fria High School
Chandler Compadres Branch
Chandler High School
Jayna Shafer
Louis & Elizabeth Sands Branch
Deer Valley High School
Jessica Davis
Superstition Mountain Branch
Leading Edge Academy
Mason Espendez Spencer D. & Mary Jane Stewart Branch
Western School of Science & Technology
Maya Martinez
Jerry & Helen Wisotsky Branch
Peoria High School
Mi-Kayla Hall
Warner & Shirley Gabel Branch
North High School
Natalie Lopez
Jerry Colangelo Branch
Vianey Escarzaga
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Swift Kids Branch
Metro Tech High School Glendale High School
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THE CELEBRATING YOUTH EVENT 2022 IS PRESENTED THROUGH THE GENEROSITY OF PRESENTING SPONSOR
YOUTH MENTOR SPONSORS
YOUTH VISIONARY SPONSORS
YOUTH LEADER SPONSORS
NATIONAL SPONSOR
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THANK YOU TO OUR TODAY’S KIDS, TOMORROW’S STARS SPONSORS PRESENTING SPONSOR
YOUTH OF THE YEAR SPONSORS Steve & Mary Ortega
PRINT AND GRAPHIC IN-KIND SPONSORS
PRIORITY OUTCOMES SPONSORS ClearTitle of Arizona 4
The DeTata Family
KPMG
PNC Bank
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ABOUT BGCAZ’S YOUTH OF THE YEAR PROGRAM Youth of the Year (YOY) is an annual program of Boys & Girls Clubs of America. It is sponsored nationally by Toyota Financial and locally by businesses and committed individuals. Youth of the Year candidates are selected based on community service, Club service, school and life goals, along with written essays on Club Experience, Vision for America’s Youth, and Personal Brand. In addition, candidates are judged on poise, self-confidence and public speaking. Each Club works to identify those exceptional young adults who embody the traits that Boys & Girls Clubs works to instill in each of our 13,000+ members. Once selected, these teens begin a life-changing, six-month journey. They are challenged to explore their personal history, formative experiences, find meaning in their talents and challenges and share those with the world in a 3-minute speech. Boys & Girls Clubs of the Valley’s Youth of the Year program requires a strong commitment from each student. They have the opportunity to develop their writing and presentation skills and engage in specialized workshops designed to help them find their unique “voice” and story to share with our prestigious judging panel.
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The 2021-22 Youth of the Year Journey is led by committed and caring team members – Branch Director Kendra Estle of the Jerry & Helen Wisotsky/Peoria Branch; College Access & Success Manager Yvette Medina; Branch Director Katelyn Toci from the Jerry Colangelo Branch; and Branch Director Eric Watkins of the Swift Kids Branch. We hope you enjoy the stories of courage, resilience, compassion, kindness and hope from these extraordinary youth. Thanks to your generosity tonight, each of these teens has the opportunity to pursue their dreams!
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ED ROBSON FAMILY BRANCH ALDO CANO Freshman, Age 14, North Canyon High School Aldo has been an Ed Robson Family Club member for seven years. He is a great young man who always has a smile to share with others. He has always been willing to help out around his Club and in his community. Aldo is very active and made it onto his school’s JV soccer team his freshman year. He currently works at Mentor Kids by helping others as an iLeader. Aldo was previously a Club ‘Kid of the Year’ and enjoys being an active member in his Club’s Keystone program. He helps guide the younger youth and loves to engage with them when possible. Aldo and his family volunteer together in the community by painting walls that have graffiti on them. Aldo aspires to be like Tony Stark and wants to attend MIT for college focusing on Mechanical Engineering. Q: Who would you like to have dinner with and why? Tom Holland because in my opinion he is amazing and the best Spider-Man. Q: What excites you most about the future? I am working toward getting into MIT and will study Mechanical Engineering. I also want to be rich so that I can provide for my family as well as help others. Q: What’s your favorite quote or saying? “Sometimes people come into your life for a moment, a day or a lifetime. It matters not the time they spent with you but how they impacted your life in that time.” –Unknown
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BOB BOVÉ BRANCH, A THORNWOOD LEGACY BAILEY MITCHELL Senior, Age 17, Agua Fria High School Bailey is well known around the community for being a very charismatic and kind teen member that knows how to socialize and connect with community members. He is very goal oriented and stays dedicated and motivated toward his goals. He has proven to be one of the biggest contributors as a teen member in the last couple of years at his Club. He volunteers his time and is always willing to lend a hand when needed without hesitation. He is currently Keystone President and is always finding ways to involve his team on community events. He continuously lends a helping hand to his peers, the staff, and the community. Bailey’s life story is what makes him even more impressive and deserving. He changed his life and through the Club’s guidance; staying on a positive path. Through all the hardships, he overcame them by staying humble, kind and becoming a leader. Bailey is pursuing a few things after high school. He is an amazing football player and plans to play in college while also pursuing a computer science degree. He hopes to one day be a part of the technology world and has dreams of getting drafted to the NFL. Apart from playing football, which is his passion, Bailey also likes to explore other hobbies in his spare time. He has recently picked up on oil painting and has become good at it, even entering a community art competition, and winning first place in the State. Q: What is your favorite thing about high school? My favorite thing about high school is the social life, meeting new people, learning about their unique cultures, and just learning how to live in general. Q: What is one thing you’ve had the opportunity to do because of the Boys & Girls Club? I’ve had the opportunity to do many things in my time here at the Club like going to my first NFL game and field trips to see weird animals. However, my favorite was going to a football camp with an NFL player, setting a new record there and winning an award. Q: What’s your favorite quote or saying? Something I came up with myself is, “Change starts today, not tomorrow” meaning, do stuff today stop putting it off until tomorrow. 8
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CHANDLER COMPADRES BRANCH CHRISTIAN ALVARADO Freshman, Age 14, Chandler High School Christian shows great leadership and responsibility to his younger siblings, as well as around his Club. The perseverance he has displayed through adversity, the initiative he has taken around the community, and the leadership he has demonstrated to his peers and his family have been beyond his years. Christian enjoys participating in volunteer work. He has led a Turkey Drive and a Christmas Drive to help give back to the community. He also likes to dance and is involved in Ballet Folklorico, a traditional dancing club. He wants to go to college to major in business and marketing. In the future, Christian knows he wants to be involved and help the youth. In his spare time, Christian likes to play soccer and basketball with his friends. He is good at, and enjoys cooking. Q: What is one thing you’ve had the opportunity to do because of the Boys & Girls Club? I had the opportunity to join the Boys & Girls Club Hip-Hop Club. I had so much fun because we ended up preforming and it was pretty cool. Q: If you could live in a book, tv show, or movie, what would it be and why? If I could live in a TV show I would live in Cobra Kai. I think that show is sick and I would get to learn karate! Q: What’s your favorite quote or saying? I always go by two things: First, treat others the way you want to be treated. Second, a quote from the Lion King, “The past can hurt; but, you can either run from it or learn from it”.
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LOUIS & ELIZABETH SANDS BRANCH JAYNA SHAFER Senior, Age 18, Deer Valley High School Jayna has been a Club member at the Sands Branch for nine years. During her Club membership she has helped tutor her fellow teen members in math and science. Jayna has a 3.39 GPA at Deer Valley High School, working 30 hours a week, and is an older sister helping her mother raise her siblings. She strives to lead by example and inspire young women to “reach for the universe” as she says, and prove to the world that they (women) can achieve anything. Jayna has been involved with Torch Club, Keystone and L.I.T program. She has been a part of planning committees with her Clubs and special Club events/ celebrations such as Earth Day, MLK day, Fall Festival, and fundraising through Snack Shack and Keystone. She also participated in raising funds to purchase sleeping bags and toiletries for LGBTQIA homeless youth for the organization one•n•ten. She has served as the secretary and co-chair of her Keystone Club. Jayna is currently working with Keystone to create a mentoring program for Torch Club by Keystone members. Jayna has gone through some challenges this year with the loss of her younger sister JaiAnna. She turned grief and loss into motivation, making it her ultimate goal to “do it for her” by living her life to the fullest and taking any challenge head-on. She is determined to attend college and study software engineering with a minor in automotive engineering. After completing her degree, she will be joining the Navy to further advance her career. Q: What is one thing you’ve had the opportunity to do because of the Boys & Girls Club? I had the opportunity to join SMART Girls and I really enjoyed it. It was created for young girls to talk about important issues that affect us right now. It helped me and other people. I also enjoyed going on our volunteer trips. Q: What’s your favorite quote or saying? “I live for her.” by me. I live by this saying now because, I didn’t want to live before and even more after my sister was gone.
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SUPERSTITION MOUNTAIN BRANCH JESSICA DAVIS Senior, Age 16, Leading Edge Academy Jessica has been a Club member at the Superstition Branch for nine years. Her ambition and enthusiasm shines through in everything she does. Her determination and dedication have helped her to figure out how to be more successful in school by setting goals that are obtainable for her. During her membership, she has volunteered over 4,500 hours to help our community and has become a mentor for many of the members at her Club. She has also held positions such as vice president and treasurer of Torch Club as well as treasurer for Keystone. Jessica became a coach and referee for different Club sports including flag football, soccer, t-ball, and basketball. While coaching, she taught them how to strive to be a great team player and how to not give up once you start something. At the end of each season the kids were excited to start another sport, especially if Jessica would be their coach again. Jessica enjoys being a mentor to Club members so much so that during the summer, she participated in ‘Leader in Training’ at her Club which she has done for the past four years. In this program, Jessica would help kindergarteners to second graders improve their reading and comprehension. She gives 110% to those she mentors and shows them that as long as they try and do the best they can, they are successful. After completing some of her classes at Leading Edge Academy, she is planning on attending an NAIA, D1, D2 or D3 college to pursue her love for basketball and continue her education toward a career in law enforcement. Q: What is one thing (or your favorite thing) you’ve had the opportunity to do because of the Boys & Girls Club? One favorite thing that I’ve had the opportunity to do because of the Boys & Girls Club has been becoming a Leader in Training because of the experiences and opportunities. I was able to go to White Mountains, kayaking, sports games, and assist the staff. Q: What’s your favorite quote or saying? “From the beginning I wanted to be the best. I had a constant craving, a yearning, to improve and be the best.” - Kobe Bryant
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SPENCER D. & MARY JANE STEWART BRANCH MASON ESPENDEZ Senior, Age 17, Western School of Science & Technology Mason has been a member of the Stewart Club since 2011. During those 10 years, he has participated in many Boys & Girls Club programs and events. He considers his involvement in the ‘Better to Give’ program to be one of the most impactful programs for him. In this program, he and his fellow teens would perform community service hours as a means to earn “money” for gifts that were to be given to families in need. This was just one of many programs that have taught Mason the importance of giving back. Mason has also sought out opportunities to volunteer outside of the Club, such as supporting the food bank, donating time at an animal shelter, packing up gifts for foster care children, and assisting with a women’s self-defense class. These experiences have helped shape Mason into a kind and thoughtful young man. Mason is currently a senior at Western School of Science & Technology. He is proud of his academic achievements and continued success in his advanced placement courses. Mason aspires to be an engineer, more specifically a Sustainable Civil Engineer. While Mason doesn’t claim any sport as a favorite, he enjoys all of them. He is always looking to stay active whether it is through working out, boxing, or practicing Tae Kwon Do. He has earned his first degree black belt! He also enjoys listening to music and cooking/trying new foods. Q: Who would you like to have dinner with and why? I would like to have dinner with my older brother, Zakory. I would choose to have dinner with him because since he is serving in the Navy now, we are going to be apart for quite some time. When we have family dinner with him in December, I will talk with him and rejoice over our accomplishments, as well as reminisce our past while stuffing down a bunch of scrumptious foods. Q: What advice would you give to young people about joining the Club? A piece of advice that I would give future youth thinking about getting a membership is that the beginning is always the hardest. Adapting to a new environment is not always easy, however, the positive influences that the Club will provide will make the journey much easier.
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JERRY & HELEN WISOTSKY BRANCH MAYA MARTINEZ Senior, Age 17, Peoria High School Maya’s family has been members of the Peoria Branch for 12 years. To connect with the community, she has participated in Torch Club and Keystone. Additionally, she volunteered in her Clubs program areas, helping with more involved art projects that needed an extra set of hands. She has also had the opportunity to do volunteer work for many charities and organizations, including packaging food for St. Mary’s Food Bank. Maya has plans to become a nurse like her mother so she can help people in need. CPR certified, she’s also taking Sports Medicine and Child Development courses in school. She also has a passion for writing and wants to become an author focusing on creating stories that center on characters with mental health issues as a way to normalize conversation around and bring understanding to this issue. Maya has a desire to be a beacon of hope. Maya enjoys the theater arts and choir, and has aspirations to pursue acting. She is involved in these programs at her school and really enjoys the emotional outlet they provide. Q: Who would you like to have dinner with and why? I would absolutely love to have dinner with Hypatia of Alexandria. She was one of the best mathematicians and philosophers of her time around 355 AC, and basically revolutionized the world of math single handedly. When she was murdered, part of the mathematic and philosophy world died with her as well. I would love to know about her in person, and see all the bright and intelligent ideas she had. Q: What technology are you most excited about in the future? I, for one, am very excited for the different kinds of medicines and advanced technology we could create for illnesses and diseases. Not only would it be incredibly beneficial, but I really hope that it will be accessible and affordable to all types of people, in different states, countries, and income class. Not only that, but it can make new jobs for all sorts of potential individuals.
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WARNER & SHIRLEY GABEL BRANCH MI-KAYLA HALL Senior, Age 17, North High School Mi-Kayla is the embodiment of high moral character and honor to her community. Her vibrant energy not only affects her peers but the staff and volunteers as well. Her impeccable communication skills often placed her as the top performer of most programs. The positions that are good examples of her excellence include volunteering as a judge during the Maricopa County teen court and being vice president of her Keystone Club. As part of her Club Summer Career Development, she was chosen to be the co-manager of the Leaders in Training (LIT) program. Her responsibilities included creating schedules, supervising peers, assigning performance plans, communicating with staff, and providing corrective feedback. Mi-Kayla is a tremendous role model for the younger teens. She is a very strong person and has overcome tough obstacles in her personal life. Her endless drive, combined with her willingness to try new things shows that there will be no limit to her growth and achievement in college and beyond. Her charisma, confidence, strong values and respect for others will make a huge difference in this world. Q: What excites you most about the future? What excites me the most about the future is being able to travel the world and to see where my career will take me. Q: What are you most proud of about yourself? I’m proud of myself for never giving up on school, although it got hard over the years I worked and pushed through it all. Q: What’s your favorite quote or saying? One thing I always tell people and like to use myself is “To always see the light through darkness.” and my favorite quote is “I can accomplish all things through him who strengthens me.” –Philippians 4:13
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JERRY COLANGELO BRANCH NATALIE LOPEZ Junior, Age 16, Metro Tech High School Natalie has been a Club member at the Colangelo Branch for seven years. Throughout these years, she has shown great character, responsibility and respect. Natalie has also demonstrated tremendous growth during her years at her Club. A dedicated and focused student, she is excited about her future. Natalie has been an active member of both Torch Club and Keystone. Thanks to her leadership, her Club has planned and executed many community service events with Keystone. She has always been extremely helpful with staff in Club, front desk and in the kitchen. She would not only help staff, but she would also help members during rotations and during Power Hour with their homework. She also enjoys learning and taking on new challenges. At Metro Tech High School, Natalie is taking Early Childhood Education classes that will prepare her for her future goals. She is looking forward to college in hopes of attending Arizona State University where she will earn her Bachelor’s of Science degree in Child Psychology. Natalie is passionate about becoming a teacher and providing a better education to her community. In her spare time, she loves to write and read poetry. She also enjoys painting, drawing and just simply creating art. Natalie has also participated in cheer and student government. Her overall biggest talent is doing make-up. She loves watching makeup tutorials and using all of her friends as practice models. Q: What excites you most about the future? I’m excited about working with youth in my future career. Being able to help younger kids and teens with life is something I have always wanted to do. Once I am able to work, I want to work at a community center or an organization like the Boys & Girls Club to help kids with social and mental issues they are going through. Q: What’s your favorite quote or saying? My favorite quote is “Fairy godmothers use gentle words until gentle words no longer work” from the book ‘Break Your Glass Slippers’ by Amanda Lovelace. The is my favorite quote because I always try to use soft-spoken words before an argument can become too loud or a screaming match. By using gentle words, it keeps me calm and I know I’m not in the wrong if they yell at me. Celebrating Youth Event 2022
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SWIFT KIDS BRANCH VIANEY ESCARZAGA Senior, Age 17, Glendale High School Vianey has been a dedicated and active member at the Swift Branch for 10 years. During her time as a member, both on the youth and teen sides, she has participated in a little bit of everything. From empowering programs such as SMART Girls and Torch Club, to every sport her Club has to offer, she has done it all. As a teen member, she stepped up to be on the newly formed girls’ basketball team, and stayed dedicated the entire season while bringing fun to the team and support to her fellow teammates. In addition to her years in Torch Club, she has been a leader in Keystone as well. Vianey has dreams of making her passion of working with kids her career. She is interested in becoming a Kindergarten teacher in the future and plans on attending Glendale Community College for her general education credits. Afterwards, she is considering transferring to Arizona State University to finish out her early childhood education degree. She is eager to get out into the world on her own, and start making strides toward bettering tomorrow’s youth. Vianey enjoys spending her time doing a little bit of everything. Whether it be watching the Suns play, or getting on the court herself – basketball is definitely a piece of her heart. In addition, she also appreciates art. She enjoys drawing and painting when she has the chance. Q: Where do you think you would be without the Boys & Girls Club? I don’t think I would be where I am today without the Boys & Girls Club. They’ve helped me get out of my shell and make new friends so I encourage people who are thinking about joining to do so because it will be worth it in the long haul. Q: Do you have any special skills or talents? A special talent I have is I know how to play the flute. I played in 4-5 grade and I am currently playing in my high school band. Q: What’s your favorite quote or saying? “Be the change that you wish to see in the world.” - Mahatma Gandhi
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SPECIAL THANKS TO ALL THOSE WHO MADE THIS EVENT POSSIBLE!
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YOUTH OF THE YEAR PROGRAM Kendra Estle, Branch Director of the Jerry & Helen Wisotsky Branch Yvette Medina, College Access & Success Manager Katelyn Toci, Branch Director of the Jerry Colangelo Branch Eric Watkins, Branch Director of the Swift Kids Branch
BGCAZ CELEBRATING YOUTH EVENT COMMITTEE Heather Budzien, Chair
Jennifer Ensley
Kim Madrigal, Ph.D.
Cassidy Campana
Lisa Ellis
Adia Watson
YOY STYLING Part of our Youth of the Year journey includes a special shopping trip to select dresses and suits for the upcoming formal events. Our sincere thanks to Travis Anglin and Barry Schoeneman from Men’s Apparel Club for providing expert styling for our candidates. Becky McHolland and Corinna Munson also assisted with styling, along with the support of Dedee Hale at Scottsdale Fashion Square’s Macy’s.
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BGCAZ BRANCH DIRECTORS Brittany Espinoza
Ivana Temple
Bob Bové Branch, a Thornwood Legacy
North Tempe Branch
Tessa French
Drew Veatch
Cartwright Branch
Palm Lane Branch
Katelyn Toci
Oscar Parra
Jerry Colangelo Branch
Bob & Renee Parsons Branch
Sonia Enrique Smith
Kendra Estle
Chandler Compadres Branch
Jerry & Helen Wisotsky Branch
Dave Deshler
Kevin Chavez
MLB All-Star Arizona Diamondbacks Branch – A Kieckhefer Family Legacy
Ed Robson Family Branch
Adrian Ramos
German Celaya Harry & Sandy Rosenzweig Branch
Eisenhower Center for Innovation Branch
Johana Lopez
Martha Delgado Louis & Elizabeth Sands Branch
Warner & Shirley Gabel Branch
Kara Holmes
Evelyn Torrez Martinez
Skyline Ranch Club
Gilbert Branch
Jason Reynolds
Spencer D. & Mary Jane Stewart Branch
Jennifer Cummings Grant Woods Branch
Angela Davis
Eric James
Superstition Mountain Branch
I.G. Homes Branch
Ana Rodriguez-Murillo Ladmo Branch
Eric Watkins Swift Kids Branch
Michael Luck
Kendra Wright
Thunderbirds Branch
Littleton Branch
Artwan Green UMOM Branch
Special thanks to our YOY 2022 Judging Panel David Eaker – RSI Liz Montaño – Arizona Coyotes Essen Otu – SRP Lourdes Sierra – PNC Bank Lynn Willden – Insight
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JOE HENDERSON AWARD Tonight, the winner of the Youth of the Year title will receive the Joe Henderson Memorial Award. Joe Henderson was a Chandler Compadre whose passion was giving back to the community. He was very dedicated to Boys & Girls Clubs. Known for his incredible sense of humor and love of life, Joe Henderson was an inspiration to all who met him. Moving to Arizona in 1987, he dedicated himself to being an active citizen within the Chandler community. In 1990, he joined the Chandler Compadres with a dream of improving opportunities in Chandler. One of Joe’s true loves was flying, which is how he spent most of his days. Upon moving to Arizona, he purchased San Tan Dusters, beginning a career as a successful crop duster. Joe always said a fortunate man was one who went to work and looked forward to it! Joe was lucky to love his work, and we are fortunate to have been able to share our lives with Joe. Prior to his passing, he was elected President of the Compadres and Compadre of the Year.
OUR SCHOLARSHIP FUND A critical component of Boys & Girls Clubs programming is our Scholarship Program, which helps Club Alumni members pursue their dreams of a post-secondary education. Proceeds from this Youth of the Year event support the programs and activities offered at Boys & Girls Clubs, as well as provide scholarship and financial aid to qualifying members. Since the inception of the scholarship program, over 300 Club members have been awarded college scholarships. If you would like more information on donating to Boys & Girls Clubs of the Valley, please contact us at 602-954-8182 or visit www.bgcaz.org/donate.
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SCHOLARSHIP SUPPORT FOR BGCAZ ALUMNI + PARSONS Thanks to The Bob & Renee Parsons Foundation, BGCAZ employs a College Access and Success Manager who supports our Club alumni as they pursue their post-secondary education and certificate programs. Many of our students are first-generation college students and this additional personalized support helps to ensure their long-term success in their career and academic programs. Last year, BGCAZ distributed $113,873 in scholarship support to 41 Club Alumni.
OUR EDUCATION FUND The education fund is an account set aside for our current Youth of the Year candidates to use towards their post-secondary education, including paying for college or technical training school tuition. If the candidate is a high school sophomore or junior, they are able to use the funds for college accredited classes, school supplies or trainings. The education fund is also available to the candidates who are seniors to help them with other expenses a traditional scholarship may not cover. 22
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BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS FORMULA FOR IMPACT Boys & Girls Clubs employs a Formula for Impact for how the organization impacts the life of a child. Our programs are organized around four Priority Outcomes: Academic Success Graduate from high school, ready for college, trade school, military or employment. Good Character & Leadership Be an engaged member in the community, and model strong character. Healthy Lifestyles Adopt a healthy diet, practice healthy lifestyle choices and make a lifelong commitment to fitness. Career Pathways & Workforce Readiness Build knowledge, skills and learning experience to prepare for the 21st century workforce and lifetime economic potential.
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ABOUT BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF THE VALLEY (BGCAZ) Boys & Girls Clubs of the Valley offers affordable after-school and summer programs for 13,000+ young people in grades K-12. At Clubs across the Valley, BGCAZ provides award-winning programs designed to change the lives of young people. For over 75 years, BGCAZ has been creating equity and opportunity for youth through academic, social, and workforce opportunities. We help young people make healthy decisions and focus on social and emotional development to build resilient young adults. Most importantly, we work to develop strong character and leadership skills by creating positive connections to caring adults and their community.
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BGCAZ is a 501(c)3 (nonprofit) organization and donations are tax deductible. Federal Tax ID: 86-0550646. Arizona State QCO Code: 20331 (Arizona DOR Form 321) Mesa Arts Academy (School Tax Credit – CTDS #078613101 on AZDOR Form 322) BGCAZ does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, genetics, veteran or disability status. This institution is an equal opportunity provider. Esta institución es un proveedor que ofrece igualdad de oportunidades. BGCAZ is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact Chilo Figueroa, Director of Facilities & Safety, at 602-954-8182. BGCAZ se compromete a proporcionar acceso, igualdad de oportunidades y adaptaciones razonables para personas con discapacidades en el empleo, sus servicios, programas y actividades. Para solicitar adaptaciones razonables, comuníquese con Chilo Figueroa, Director de Instalaciones y Seguridad, al 602-954-8182.