KAWARTHA LAKES-Calling all Kawartha Lakes youth between the ages of 12-24, and their parents, coaches, teachers and friends! The BGC Kawarthas Foundation (formerly known as Boys and Girls Clubs of Kawartha Lakes Foundation) is hosting their 6th annual Youth Awards and nominations are open for two more weeks.
The Youth Awards were created to shine a spotlight on the young leaders of Kawartha Lakes. There are local youth whose devotion to their passions and love for the community deserve to be known and celebrated. There are two scholarships and eight award categories for two age groups, 12-17 and 18-24, including two new categories this year.
The eight award categories are Arts Achievement, Outstanding Worker, Humanitarian, STEM, Leadership, Resiliency, Health & Wellness Champion, and BGC Club Spirit (this is the only category where they must have current or prior connection to BGC Kawarthas).
A nominee who is transitioning to post-secondary education or training within the next year can also be considered for the Ron Kennedy Scholarship. Ron Kennedy was the founder of BGC Kawarthas (formerly called Kawartha Youth Incorporated) in 1970. A second memorial scholarship, the Marcie Beall Scholarship, is also available, for anyone between 17 to 24 years old who would use it to assist in education or career advancement. Marcie Beall was a former employee of the club and was passionate about working with children and youth.
Nomination forms can be found here. Anyone can submit a nomination, and youth can submit for someone they know and for themselves. Youth can be nominated as individuals or together in groups. Being a winner or finalist of these awards can look good on a resumé or postsecondary school application.
The ceremony in June, which is open to the public, will highlight all the finalists. Each year, the awards share amazing and varied stories at the event and on social media.
If you know someone with strong ties to Kawartha Lakes who deserves to be acknowledged for their achievements, you can nominate them for up to two awards, not just one. Nomination forms are due Friday, March 21st.
Source BGC Kawarthas
