On the evening of September 15th, the Better Future Finders Young Leaders Club kicked off its first official meeting with energy and purpose. The meeting brought together pre-registered teens from Selah High School—Maya, Chrity, Abby—and others who had intended to join but were caught up in games and couldn’t make it to the 90-minute gathering. Hosted by our Youth Coordinator and a Youth Ambassador, the meeting was designed to ensure the Club aligns with their ideas and aspirations, while also checking their agreement with our mission and values. I had the privilege of presenting the Club’s vision and mission, unveiling our creed, and setting the tone for what’s ahead. A board member was also in attendance to show support and offer guidance.

The atmosphere was hopeful and inspiring. We wrapped the formal part with a leadership game that sparked conversation and self-reflection, followed by a snack break where laughter, ideas, and new friendships formed. The evening ended with a promise: the youth left not just excited, but committed to bringing more peers onboard, to contribute their unique voices to the Club. It was a strong start—grounded in connection, clarity, and a shared belief in what Better Future Finders can help us become.

At Better Future Finders (BFF), we don’t just talk about change, we create it. Every workshop, every outreach, every mentoring session is designed to empower students, youth, and families to connect with their future and discover their potential.

In 2024 and 2025, we hosted two Back to School with a Purpose events, giving over a hundred young people backpacks, winter coats, school supplies—and most importantly, vision, motivation, and leadership skills. But we don’t stop there. We reach out-of-school youth, organize homeless giveaways, and partner with organizations like DVR to support job applicants, workforce retention, and work-based learning opportunities.

Our BFF Young Leaders Club Initiatives are shaping middle school students into tomorrow’s change-makers, while our upcoming Thrift Store will help sustain our community programs for years to come.

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