The Boys and Girls Club of Central Wyoming is made up of outstanding kids who will grow up to be great leaders in the community. Six of those kids have been chosen as finalists to become the 2025 BGCCW Youth of the Year.

September 9-10, the six will compete to become the Youth of the Year, which also comes with a $7,500 scholarship from the BGGCW Foundation, endowed by the late Ruth R. Ellbogen.

Youth of the Year, established nationally in 1947, is Boys & Girls Clubs of America’s premier recognition program for teen members. It honors youth who excel in leadership, service, and academics, while preparing them with practical skills in communication, teamwork, and goal setting that are vital for success in today’s world.

The Youth of the Year contestants are all over 14 years old, have be

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