Boys & Girls Clubs' top honor for members aged 14 to 18, recognizing service, academic success, character and long-term goals. Each Club's winner advances through state ($2,500 scholarship) and regional ($20,000) rounds to the National Youth of the Year, who receives a $50,000 college scholarship. You must be a Club member.
Offered by Boys & Girls Clubs of America. Scholarship for high school students in USA. Format: In-person. Cost: Free. Grades 9–12. Deadline: rolling or not yet announced.
Fields: Leadership, Public Speaking
Info checked October 2026.
No date is posted for the 2026-27 cycle yet. Check the official page for when applications open.
Yes. Youth of the Year is free to take part in.
High school students in grades 9 to 12. It takes place in person in nationwide. Age, residency and citizenship rules are on the official page.
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