Today’s Kids, Tomorrow’s Stars
Boys & Girls Clubs of the East Valley – Metro Phoenix honored Robert Sarver and the Phoenix Suns with the Heart of a Champion Award at the annual Today’s Kids, Tomorrow’s Stars gala. The event was held Feb. 22 at the Westin Kierland Resort & Spa and recognized 12 outstanding Club teens as “Youth of the Year,” each representing a separate Club. The young people have overcome incredible obstacles and shared their inspirational stories during the evening. Samia Ruiz, a senior at Cesar Chavez High School, was announced as 2020 Youth of the Year.
In addition, the 750 guests enjoyed a large silent auction and an animated live auction. More than $2 million was raised, with proceeds exclusively benefiting local Club programs.
The dinner program was created by Michael Barnard, producing artistic director of The Phoenix Theatre Company. National television personality Jesse LeBeau served as emcee for the evening.
MARK SKALNY PHOTOGRAPHY, COURTESY BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF THE EAST VALLEY – METRO PHOENIX
Pat Ray with Youth of the Year
Jim and Kim Stabilito with Youth of the Year
Malcolm and Pearle Marr with Youth of the Year
Jim and Alice Bazlen
Jody and Nick Sarchett
Robert Sarver receives Heart of a Champion Award
Clarissa Cerda and and her husband, Les Klein
Lori and Russ Scaramella
Chris and Kim McWaters
