YOUTH OF THE YEAR
BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF GREATER TAMPA BAY LOCAL
2026
2027
Youth of the Year is the highest honor a Boys & Girls Club kid can receive. The teen selected to be the National Youth of the Year represents Boys & Girls Clubs of America and the voices of millions of Club youth. And for more than 75 years, the Youth of the Year program has recognized young people for their outstanding leadership, service, academic excellence, and dedication to health and wellbeing.
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At Boys & Girls Clubs of America, we believe every young person has what it takes to reach their potential. Each day across the nation, we support more than 5,400 Boys & Girls Clubs in providing opportunities and experiences for America’s kids and teens to thrive. Having a place to belong and someone who believes in you can have a powerful impact. Our Youth of the Year are a shining example of this and exemplify what it means to be a Club kid.
MEET OUR LOCAL 2026 YOY WINNER
Caneil
Caneil has been a member of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Tampa Bay for 5 years, attending the Brandon Carey Club. While attending the Club, Caneil has participated in the Future Leaders program, working on scholarships, career development, apprenticeships, and service for 3 years.
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He currently works at Publix, serves as the President of the mentorship organization 'Men of Vision', and plans on attending FAU or HCC and majoring in Business Management/Accounting.
