Celebrating Our Youth

Aug 27, 2026

This document chronicles the "Celebrating Our Youth" event held on June 13, 2019, at the BlackRock Center for the Arts. It features a series of photographs capturing key individuals and moments from the gala. The attendees and honorees included Robbie Bradbury, Henry Jackson, Gala Chair Debbie Giannoni-Jackson, BGCGW Staff members Paige Khoury, Sophia Bond, and Denieka Wicker. Also present were BGCGW Montgomery County Board President Mike Wallerstedt, BlackRock Center for the Arts Executive Director Alyona Ushe, and Montgomery County Councilmember Will Jawando. The event highlighted the contributions and achievements of young people associated with BGCGW (Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Washington), with Germantown Club members Layla Lattimore and Louis Weber being specifically mentioned. Notable presentations included the Lifetime Achievement Award to former BGCGW President & CEO Archie H. Avedisian by Past BGCGW Metro Board Member Chuck Weir. BGCGW President & CEO Gabrielle Webster and Gala Emcee John Gonzalez of ABC Channel 7 were also featured. The event acknowledged achievements within the community, as BGCGW Montgomery County Board Member Jim Muir III received the Governor’s Service Award from Bruce Goldensohn, Commissioner of the Maryland Governor's Commission on Service and Volunteerism. Another award was presented to BGCGW Montgomery County Board Member Chuck Weir for his service. The document also recognizes the presence of Montgomery County Police Officers Lieutenant Hwang and Lieutenant Schwarz, and BGCGW Director of Member Impact Minnie Annan, who shared insights on the positive impact of Club programming. The photographs provide a visual record of the event's attendees, speakers, and award recipients, celebrating the achievements and fostering community engagement.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryLifestyle

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Pages3

Reading Time5 min

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Celebrating Our Youth

Event Details

Honorees and Attendees

Awards and Recognition

BGCGW Staff and Members

FAQs

What was the "Celebrating Our Youth" event?

The "Celebrating Our Youth" event was a gala held on June 13, 2019, at the BlackRock Center for the Arts to recognize and celebrate the achievements of young people and contributors associated with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Washington (BGCGW).

Who were some of the key individuals recognized at the event?

Key individuals recognized included Archie H. Avedisian, former BGCGW President & CEO, who received the Lifetime Achievement Award. Jim Muir III and Chuck Weir, BGCGW Montgomery County Board Members, received the Governor’s Service Award. The event also featured Gala Chair Debbie Giannoni-Jackson and BGCGW President & CEO Gabrielle Webster.

What role did the BGCGW Club members play in the event?

BGCGW Germantown Club members Layla Lattimore and Louis Weber were present at the event. Minnie Annan, BGCGW Director of Member Impact, shared how Club programming positively affects the youth, highlighting the members' engagement and development.

Aug 27, 2026

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