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Alumni Inspire Youth to Achieve at Trabuco Campus Picnic
Girls and Boys Town alumni shared their stories of success and inspiration with current residents at the Southern California Trabuco Canyon campus July 29 at a special picnic hosted by the Boys Town National Alumni Association, Southern California Chapter. "Having this kind of long-term relationship with our alumni is truly invaluable in showing our residents what kind of future they can achieve," said Keith Diederich, Girls and Boys Town of Southern California President and CEO. "The Alumni Association reinforces the ongoing support available to the youth as they make their way after graduation." Alumni from the 1940s and 1950s who graduated from the home campus at Boys Town in Nebraska participated in this event to serve as role models for the organization's current youth. They shared stories about what they have achieved as a result of their experience at the original Father Flanagan's Boys' Home and encouraged the kids to stay active in the organization even after they leave campus. Two special awards of recognition were presented. The Scholarship Award went to alum Joseph Lambert, while the award for Most Improved Resident went to current resident Anthony. Coordinated by chapter president Bob Nelson, the chapter hosts this annual event to maintain continuity between the alumni community and the current residents at the campus. The alumni gatherings are an important way to sustain the extended Girls and Boys Town family. The alumni group also attended the recent Southern California Spirit of Youth Gala. Return to the Table of Contents |