thank you for supporting celebration of youth!
Celebration of Youth has come to an end, and we are excited to announce that we raised a total of $574,603! We are so thankful to everyone who participated and supported us in this event
Thank you to our panelists Porscha Anderson, Simon Foster, Marisa Mondave, Susan Gatluak, MB Johnson, Dr. Roberto E. Montenegro, Angie Gillespie, Emily Stochel, Maya Johnson, and Demetrius Morgan and our emcees, Brad Blackburn, Tiana Cole, Lauren Kula, and Faraji Blakeney.
Thank you to our sponsors Alaska Airlines, Centerra, Corient, Brown & Brown, WaFd Bank, Sher Partners, HUB International, Puget Sound Energy, BECU, Hop Skip Drive, Gesa Credit Union, Rod Skaar, Zachor, Stock, and Krepps, Sweet Blissful Blooms, and A Platinum Event.
We shared this special video at all our events, which best encapsulates the “why” behind what we do. Here is a link for you to view, share, and enjoy: Celebration of Youth 2025 Featured Video
We look forward to partnering with you again as we continue to work toward a more equitable and hopeful future for our youth. We hope you can join us for our big 75th anniversary celebration next year!
Thanks for this celebration of youth—there’s something powerful about stories that start with innocence and then slowly twist it into dread. I’ve been thinking about horror visual novels lately, especially ones where love becomes the source of tension rather than comfort. If you want a good example, check out who Silas is in The False Sun; it’s a free online horror VN with 20 endings, and the character profiles really add to the unease. The blend of youthful vulnerability and nightmare logic is worth discussing.
The work you're doing to celebrate youth is genuinely inspiring — programs that give young people a sense of belonging matter more than ever. I've seen how simple shared activities can spark conversation and confidence in teens, especially during after-school sessions. Lately I've been introducing students to Poople Unlimited, a free word ladder puzzle site with endless games and no daily cap. It works anywhere, needs no download, and you can start a new game whenever you want — perfect as a quick brain-break. Thanks for everything you do for young people!
It’s great to see a page dedicated to celebrating youth and thanking supporters. Programs like this remind us how important community backing is for young people. If you’re looking for a fun, free way to spark curiosity about the world, try world guesser. It drops you into random street views and lets you guess locations—unlimited rounds, no sign-up. A nice educational break that fits well with youth enrichment and exploration.
It’s great to see communities supporting the celebration of youth—programs like this matter, especially when they create spaces for creativity, connection, and friendly competition. For youth events, I’ve found low-poly racing games can be a hit because they’re easy to jump into and don’t require downloads. If you’re planning an activity night or fundraiser, these PolyTrack guides offer custom tracks, tips, and community-built courses that keep things fresh: https://playpolytrack.com/guides. Thanks for the important work you do!
Congratulations to Friends of Youth on another wonderful Celebration of Youth! Events like this make a real difference for young people building stable futures. Our team at Orbit Kick loves supporting community programs like yours. Keep up the great work!