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The White Plains Youth Bureau is now accepting applications for its annual Youth of the Year Award.
The Award is given annually to a graduating high school senior, from either a public or private school. The award recognizes outstanding volunteer service and contributions to making a difference in the City of White Plains.
The award recipient must be a City of White Plains resident. Service activities may include tutoring, helping the elderly, conducting food and clothing drives, fund raising for charitable programs, organizing community events, mentoring and coaching, etc.
The deadline to nominate a youth for this award is Oct. 15, 2012. Application forms may be obtained at the Youth Bureau, 11 Amherst Place, White Plains or on the City of White Plains website.
The award will be presented during the Nov. 5 Common Council meeting.