FOUNDING SPONSOR
Reader’s Digest Foundation

Since 1947, the Reader’s Digest Foundation has proudly sponsored Boys & Girls Clubs of America’s National Youth of the Year Program. As the founding sponsor, the Foundation has given more than $8 million to run the program from coast to coast, year after year, and provide scholarships to Youth of the Year on the state, regional and national levels.

“For more than 60 years, we’ve had the honor of saluting thousands of amazing teens for their dedication to their families, Club and community; but most importantly, we’ve helped them achieve both academic and career goals. The Reader’s Digest Foundation believes in the power of learning and the ability of education to close the gap between hope and opportunity for children everywhere. We find it truly inspiring to watch these young people realize their full potential as they begin the journey to a promising future.”

Susan Fraysse Russ
Executive Director, Reader’s Digest Foundation

The Reader’s Digest Foundation generously awards $1,000 scholarships to state level winners, $10,000 scholarships to regional winners, and an additional scholarship of $15,000 to the national winner.