The award is given annually to a graduating high school senior from either a public or private school. The award recognizes outstanding volunteer service, leadership and contributions to making a difference in the city of White Plains. The award recipient must be a city resident.
Service activities may include tutoring, helping the elderly, conducting food and clothing drives, fundraising for charitable programs, organizing community events, mentoring and coaching.
The deadline for nominations is Tuesday, Oct. 21. Nomination forms may be obtained at the Youth Bureau, 11 Amherst Place, White Plains. For more information regarding the Youth Council or the Youth of the Year Award, call or email Catherine Backes at 914-422-1378, ext. 6705, or cbackes@whiteplainsny.gov.
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