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National Youth of the Year
Ximena
2025-26 National Youth of the Year
2025-26 Southwest Youth of the Year
2025 Texas Youth of the Year
Club/Organization: Boys & Girls Club of McAllen
Length of Membership: 9 years
Anticipated College: University of Chicago
Career Choice/Major: Humans Rights Attorney, Politician
Defining Characteristics: Enthusiastic, Achiever
“My Club is where I found a place to belong, a place to lead, and a place to create change. It is the place I'm forever thankful to call my second home.”
