The Youth Advisors wrapped up a successful grant cycle (July 2024 – June 2025) with their second annual Youth Annual Celebration, hosted at the Riverside Community Health Foundation. What’s usually a standard office space was transformed into a vibrant summer wonderland, thanks to the creativity and teamwork of staff and youth.

The event honored the dedication, growth, and achievements of the Youth Advisors, while also recognizing the vital support of parents and community members. Special guest speaker Ingrid Butler inspired attendees with powerful stories of resilience and overcoming adversity—reminding youth of their strength and potential.

AWARD HIGHLIGHTS

YOUTH RECOGNITION AWARDS
Framed Certificates (1–39 hours completed):
Isabel, Renata, Henry, Aubrianna
Acrylic Awards (40+ hours completed):
Geraldine, Kayla, Karime, Xavier, Jamie
Clock-in Champ (Most Hours Completed):
Wendy

UNIQUE AWARDS
Next Gen Lead (Leadership): Karime
Goal Getter (Achievement): Geraldine
Rising Star (Empowerment): Kayla
Youth Choice Award: Wendy
Parent Choice Award: Rafaela Sanchez (Kayla’s mom)

COMMUNITY RECOGNITION
Dr. Stacy Songco Service Award: Briana Chapman (from Planned Parenthood of the Pacific Southwest)
For outstanding contributions to the FACTS program in areas such as parent engagement, youth education, youth development, or staff development.

The celebration was a joyful reflection of the hard work and heart each youth brought to the program this year. Here’s to another year of growth, leadership, and impact!