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For the first time in 35 years, two famous brothers, Hollywood icons Beau and Jeff Bridges, appear together to support World Youth Clubs.
They joined together to create this fun-filled, joyous, and inspiring video on behalf of the World Youth Clubs global mission to enhance the lives of kids everywhere.
Enjoy and dance along!
WYC is proud of its early growth, but with 95% of the world’s population living outside the U.S., we are committed to continued global expansion. We seek to support existing and new youth development organizations in serving more young people, more often, with greater impact. WYC utilizes a proven and adaptable model. Expanding this model to new countries and communities will ensure the future growth, impact, and sustainability of youth development around the world.
Cruz Denzel Tabares Buentello
2024 Youth of The Year
Club de Niños y Niñas de Nuevo León A.B.P. México
Since the age of six, Cruz has been an active member of the Club de Niños y Niñas de Nuevo León A.B.P, consistently excelling in all activities. He has motivated many peers to join and actively participate in the club’s activities. He is in his 6th semester at the College of Scientific and Technological Studies, focused on his goal of studying finance at Tecnologico de Monterrey. This academic focus demonstrates not only his strong intellectual abilities but also his long-term vision to positively impact his community.
When he is not studying in college, he is working on transformative environmental projects. One recent project he worked on is called “Plantatio Vitae,” a reforestation project that reflects his ability to turn ideas into tangible actions. His strong commitment to the environment and thirst for knowledge set him apart from others, as well as his consistent positive attitude and unrelenting determination. He is a true agent of change and a natural leader who is determined to generate a positive impact through his leadership and commitment to social and environmental well-being. He has shown an uncanny ability to lead community efforts, while inspiring other young people to get involved and become aware of the importance of sustainability. Cruz conducts his own workshop in which he educates other youth on topics such as reforestation, climate change, and individual steps that can contribute to bettering the environment, using interactive and practice methods.
Olga Ramos
2024 Staff of The Year
Ms. Olga Ramos, President of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Puerto Rico, is a notable nominee for the Promise Award due to her outstanding leadership and commitment to growth. With over twenty-five years of experience as an accountant and lawyer, Ms. Ramos has made significant improvements to the organization since she became President in 2017. Under her leadership, revenue has doubled, and the range of services expanded to include both early childhood and adult programs. Despite facing challenges such as pandemics and natural disasters, she has led the organization to accomplish strategic goals while fostering a supportive environment for her staff.
Ms. Ramos is known for her approachable and caring leadership style. She’s also actively involved in all aspects of the organization, from visiting clubs to engaging directly with the youth and staff. She shows a strong commitment to professional development by actively creating growth opportunities and encouraging staff to get involved in community activities. By focusing, listening and practicing effective collaborative skills, she makes sure that the feedback from both participants and staff are included in shaping the organization’s programs and goals.
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