Youth of the Year Gala

Join us for an electrifying evening of inspiration and impact. Experience an evening filled with youth-led activities, live and silent auctions, gourmet dining and cocktails, and inspiring stories from our teen finalists as we crown one as the overall Youth of the Year.

What is Youth of the Year?
Youth of the Year is a four-month long leadership development program that celebrates the remarkable lives of Boys & Girls Clubs of Silicon Valley members who have distinguished themselves by rising above challenging circumstances. Throughout the program, Youth of the Year candidates will practice public speaking, essay writing, team building, and more. At the Youth of the Year Gala, each finalist will share their story with the entire Boys & Girls Clubs of Silicon Valley community, and one youth will be awarded the Citywide Youth of the Year title.

The judging process includes evaluating the nominees’ academic performance, personal statements, two references, assessing public speaking skills, and one-on-one interviews with candidates. The Citywide Youth of the Year receives a college scholarship and the opportunity to advance to Boys & Girls Clubs’ Northern California Youth of the Year competition.

To learn more about this program, visit the Boys & Girls Clubs of Silicon Valley's website. 

*MTI is a proud co-sponsor of this event.