2026 Finalists

Jonathan

2026-27 National Military Youth of the Year
2026-27 Southwest Military Youth of the Year
2026 Oklahoma Military Youth of the Year

Jonathan

Club/Organization: Tinker AFB Youth Programs
Length of Membership: 7 years
Anticipated College: Rose State College
Career Choice/Major: Early Childhood Education
Defining Characteristics: Jovial, Charismatic

"I believe that youth voices have the power to change the world, and I will advocate for them to be heard."

Every young person, like Jonathan, deserves a safe, positive environment in which to learn and grow.

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