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These stories about local youth taking action to make a difference in our community as well as the adults who support and encourage them are made possible through the continued support of Franklin Automotive Group as part of our Community Leaders Program.

Statesboro Youth Council creates waves of change as local advocates for Bulloch County Youth

Statesboro Youth Council creates waves of change as local advocates for Bulloch County Youth

The Statesboro Youth Council is designed to allow the voices of local youth to be heard in our community. These youth can help shape public policy and offer youth perspectives on local issues. The City of Statesboro's vision for the Youth Council is to cultivate the advancement of young persons by giving them a voice in political, social, and economic platforms. Members on the Youth Council regularly participate in local events and initiatives to help create change for youth in the community.
In death, Kingston and Knowledge gave the gift of life

In death, Kingston and Knowledge gave the gift of life

Along with their mother, Kingston and Knowledge Bailey tragically lost their young lives following an August car accident in Statesboro. Their family chose for them to be organ donors, allowing them to be superheroes who saved the lives of others.
Propeled toward success: 16-year-old excels at the Junior Olympics

Propeled toward success: 16-year-old excels at the Junior Olympics

Trinity Lavant, a 16-year-old track star, recently earned a spot at the Junior Olympics, where she placed seventh in the nation. Early in her life, doctors said she may never walk, but with a strong mindset and a dedication to what she loves, Lavant has proven them very wrong. She took time out of her busy training regimen, along with her parents, to talk with Grice Connect’s Jeneane Brown.
Upward trajectory: Soccer with a purpose

Upward trajectory: Soccer with a purpose

Coach Crystal Copeland, director of Upward Statesboro, is preparing for the upcoming fall soccer season, which focuses on faith and family as much as the sport. Learn about the hearts and hands that make Upward happen for children all over Statesboro.
Triple Eagle Erin Lawson brings mental health, empathy, and humor to therapy practice

Triple Eagle Erin Lawson brings mental health, empathy, and humor to therapy practice

Triple Eagle Erin Lawson, a licensed clinical therapist, is bringing her passion of providing quality mental health to South Georgia. A born helper, she works with people of all ages to assist with everything from anxiety and depression to identity.
Trinity Christian School Educator Donna McKenna celebrates trailblazing legacy of student travels to Europe

Trinity Christian School Educator Donna McKenna celebrates trailblazing legacy of student travels to Europe

Trinity Christian School Math and Science Teacher, Donna McKenna, has successfully taken students on countless European academic study tours since 1999. 2023 was her last official trip for the European Study Abroad trip ,which is regularly taken by the TCS Juniors and Seniors. And in this article, she celebrates the educational impact her trips have had on her students' lives over the years.
The Camilla Foundation has successful first year supporting youth mental health

The Camilla Foundation has successful first year supporting youth mental health

In its first year, The Camilla Foundation has successfully established relationships with the Boys and Girls Club of Bulloch County, Freedom Through Recovery, and Georgia Southern University. The foundation is facilitating much needed group and individual mental health sessions with these partners and the youth they serve.
Victoria Shackelford's Blessing Box earns Girl Scouts Gold Award

Victoria Shackelford's Blessing Box earns Girl Scouts Gold Award

Victoria Shackelford will accept the prestigious Girl Scouts Gold Award this May for her Blessing Box project. Now a Girl Scout Graduated Ambassador and in college at Ogeechee Tech, Victoria has been a member of Girl Scouts since she was 6.
Dreams have no limits at the Boys & Girls Club of Bulloch Co.

Dreams have no limits at the Boys & Girls Club of Bulloch Co.

Dreams really do have no limits when kids have our support. The stories shared below are examples of the impact your contribution enables the Boys & Girls Club to have on local youth.
Brooklet Methodist's "Pillowcase Angels" are sewing with love

Brooklet Methodist's "Pillowcase Angels" are sewing with love

A group of local women from Brooklet United Methodist Church are in the business of pillowcase making. These pillowcases provide sweet dreams for special children in and around our community.