To strengthen youth and families and to reduce the incidence of delinquency, abuse, and neglect through community involvement
Youth Recognition
West Bloomfield Youth Assistance recognizes young people from our community for making positive, volunteer contributions every year. Nominations come from schools, hospitals, religious organizations, fire and police departments, and private citizens who have been helped by a youth. Local, county, and state dignitaries participate in making these events very special. We do this because we believe that positive behaviors are often overlooked. These young people serve as role models for their peers; they reassure the community that the future is in good hands. The winners are honored at our annual Youth Recognition Awards Ceremony in the spring.
1. Nominees must reside within the boundaries of the
2. All school age youth are eligible.
3. A youth may receive only one award as an elementary student, one as a middle school student and one as a high school student. A recognition letter will be sent to all nominated students who have received an award previously and are ineligible for recognition this year due to the aforementioned rule.
4. Nominations must be legible and submitted on the form by March 22, 2012.
5. A nominator may be any adult or organization that wishes to submit the name of a deserving youth(s) for performing volunteer services, not related to school or court requirements.
6. Nominees are judged on the basis of :
7. Additional forms may be copied or obtained at the West Bloomfield Youth Assistance office.
8. The judgment of the Youth Recognition committee is final.
