| Name/Description | Town | School District | Award Category |
Abigail Huntsman supported a friend to enter drug addiction rehabilitation. In her future she plans to professionally help peers overcome challenges.
| Anchorage | Anchorage | Service to Peers |
| The Amazing Grace Lutheran Youth Group has totaled over 400 hours of community service in Alaska, and 300 hours Outside. They help Alaska Children's Services, started a golf tournament to benefit Bean's Café, and went on a work mission trip to Puerto Rico, among other selflesss acts. | Anchorage | Anchorage | Service to Community |
| Anthony Collin Lekanof is a helpful, positive role model for youth in his small Island community. He gives special attention to the Elders and is committed to his Church. | St. George | Pribilof | Service to Community |
Ashana Waghiyi is a stand-out student, a helpful and supportive friend, and a Sunday School teacher at church.
| Anchorage | Anchorage | Service to Peers |
Brandon Mellinger contributes community service within his ROTC participation.
| Anchorage | Anchorage | Service to Community |
Brennan Riger is President of the State Youth Court Association, serves as Class President, and volunteers. He contributes positively and energetically despite having Asperger's Syndrome.
| Anchorage | Anchorage | Overcoming Challenges |
| Carol Ann Clonan is part of a group of teen writers for the local paper's "Teen Verbatim" column. Writers choose their topics and are responsible for content. She begins dialog among youth and adults, and encourages other writers. | Soldotna | Kenai Peninsula Borough | Technology and Media |
| Chadam Wolfe gets involved and helps out in the community. His peers are encouraged to volunteer as well, based on his example. | Hoonah | Hoonah City | Service to Community |
Chantell Bennett is a strong advocate for volunteerism and is very active working with special needs children. She desires to make a difference in her community.
| Anchorage | Anchorage | Service to Community |
Christine Shedd started a coat collection for the homeless in her school and church. She also helps with the children at church, and with other organizations.
| Eagle River | Anchorage | Faith-based Service |
Christopher June volunteers with Youth Court and has helped with his school's ski team.
| Anchorage | Anchorage | Service to Peers |
Cierra Murphy incurred a serious injury which prevented her from playing basketball. Instead of quitting the team she provided moral support from the bench and helped bring the team closer together.
| Anchorage | Anchorage | Overcoming Challenges |
| Cody Gaines worked with a blind and disabled senior citizen by training him on user-friendly technology to connect to the Internet and record music. Cody's dedication and computer smarts has brightened the existence for this older man. | Homer | Kenai Peninsula Borough | Technology and Media |
| Courtney Pelenato volunteers to feed children at a Boys & Girls Club with support from the Polynesian Association of Alaska. | Anchorage | Anchorage | Service to Community |
Debora Yoon has been part of the Korean Culture Dance Group for over 10 years. Through performance she connects the community to her diverse culture.
| Anchorage | Anchorage | Cultural Pursuits |
Della Santos has worked long hours to learn English as a Second Language, and she volunteers with student government and the Foodbank of Alaska.
| Anchorage | Anchorage | Service to Community |
Devin Jamar Robinson's family came to Alaska after Hurricane Katrina. In starting a new life, Devin has given countless hours in community service.
| Anchorage | Anchorage | Overcoming Challenges |
| Elizabeth Howe volunteers at Joel's Place, a faith-based youth center. She makes dinner every week, serves as a role model to her peers, and is the Youth Representative on the Board of Directors. | Fairbanks | Yukon Koyukuk | Faith-based Service |
| Haley A. Brown is a role model to her peers as she does not drink, smoke or use drugs. She counsels high school dropouts and helps them to return to school. | Galena | Galena City | Overcoming Challenges |
| The Homer YAC is a youth-led group promoting philanthropy and improving the quality of life for local youth. Members raise money to support organizations serving youth. | Homer | Kenai Peninsula Borough | Service to Peers |
| Ian Burgess has provided many contributions to Anchorage. He participated in Anchorage Youth Court, became a certified American Red Corss babysitter, and is a Senior Patrol Leader with Boy Scouts. | Anchorage | Anchorage | Service to Community |
Jennifer Tess helped in her community with city wide clean-ups and assisting residents at the Pioneer Home.
| Anchorage | Anchorage | Service to Community |
Jocelyn Stanley initiated a group of peers to raise funds for Alzheimer's disease at the annual "Amblin' for Alzheimer's Walk." She brings awareness to a population that is not often recognized by teenagers.
| Anchorage | Anchorage | Service to Community |
John Brown became an intern for the school's Drama Club and Alaska Theatre of Youth. He also managed shows during the school year and is a nurturing young man.
| Anchorage | Anchorage | Fine Arts |
| Johnny Yoon practices and performs in a Korean Culture Dance group, which is invited to perform at special events in Anchorage. The group helps members to appreciate cultural traditions and values. | Anchorage | Anchorage | Cultural Pursuits |
Jolene Gregory served her community by working with an energy efficiency program during the summer. She improved her public speaking skills and confidence through conservation outreach in 60 homes.
| Kalskag | Kuspuk | Service to Community |
Joli Cannon volunteers with the Anchorage Midtown Lions by helping organzations such as Bean's Café and the Food Bank.
| Anchorage | Anchorage | Service to Community |
| Julia Murakami is an active member in the first year of The Seminar School. She organizes meetings and publishes a monthly newsletter, which contributes to a tighter-knit school community. | Anchorage | Anchorage | Service to Peers |
The Kayumixtakuchan (Young Warriors)Alliance provides an opportunity for teens to speak up for what they believe. The group gives presentations in the school on tobacco use among their peers.
| St. Paul Island | Pribilof | Service to Peers |
Keara Ratcliff participated in food drives through her church and school, and she helped feed the homeless during the holidays.
| Anchorage | Anchorage | Faith-based Service |
Keli Booher ran for a South Anchorage assembly seat, putting herself in the public eye and representing young Alaskans in a positive light.
| Anchorage | Anchorage | Business and Government |
| Killian Baker has helped for three years with the Unalaska Christian Fellowship kids program and summer Vacation Bible school. He has a caring and compassionate heart toward the children. | Unalaska | Unalaska City | Faith-based Service |
| Laura Fox has overcome personal issues to be an involved youth with statewide programs which benefits her rural community. She assists peers with exploring possibilities beyond their village boundaries. | Takotna | IASD | Overcoming Challenges |
Madison Timmins demonstrates community service through his Eagle Scout project of improving road safety, snow shoveling and many other helpful chores.
| Eagle River | Anchorage | Service to Community |
| Maricris Cayabyab volunteered with his school's Haunted House and also volunteered at other community Halloween events. | Anchorage | Anchorage | Service to Community |
Cathy Bowery is very involved in her church and performs community outreach for the Anchorage Rescue Mission and other church projects. She never gives up in school despite battling a medical condition.
| Anchorage | Anchorage | Faith-based Service |
| The youth of Meterviit decided to create and post warning signs on trails near the village for the safety of younger children and everyone. The group is also planning a skit to address alcoholism and other social problems in the community. | New Stuyahok | Southwest Region | Lifesaver and Prevention |
| Ninilchik Emergency Services Youth are participating in a new Emergency Trauma Technician program geared for young people. The youth use life-saving skills, are becoming leaders, and were instrumental in securing funding. | Ninilchik | Kenai Peninsula Borough | Lifesaver and Prevention |
Rachel McCollough is dedicated to her brother who has medical complications, and she consistently volunteers with homeless projects and food drives.
| Anchorage | Anchorage | Service to Community |
| Rebels to the Pebble host rallies in Dillingham to provide hope that natural, sustainable resources will be protected. | Dillingham | Dillingham City | Science and the Environment |
Sam Maupin is a member of Big Brothers/Big Sisters. He is passionate about children and volunteers at a kids kitchen, and he wants to become a pediatrician.
| Anchorage | Anchorage | Service to Young Children |
| Sandi Echuck has leadership with her peers in hosting regular youth group meetings, going to trainings outside the village, and sharing the knowledge learned. | Togiak | Southwest Region | Overcoming Challenges |
Sarah Bartholomew is a musician who helped start a band called "Sarahndipity." Sarah is the writer for the group, and the trio practices and performs as much as they can.
| Girdwood | Anchorage | Fine Arts |
| Shannon Delaney organized funding from a school business class to benefit "Chains of Caring" at Providence Hospital. | Eagle River | Anchorage | Service to Community |
Shelbe Holben volunteers as an Assistant Soccer Coach for children 5-10 years old. As Cooper Landing's first and only high school aged student, she is serving as a role model to younger students.
| Cooper Landing | Kenai Peninsula Borough | Service to Young Children |
Syndney Erickson has volunteered at her local library for years and helped with activities.
| Eagle River | Anchorage | Service to Community |
Taj Showalter has won well-known talent competitions in Alaska and is representing the State at the National NAACP Act Competition. He enjoys singing for senior citizens on Father's Day and with his swing choir at school.
| Anchorage | Anchorage | Fine Arts |
| Tamrit Grewal is very involved with the group, Rebels to the Pebble. She has traveled to Anchorage for community representation. | Dillingham | Dillingham City | Service to Community |
| The Ecological Girls are cultivating a culture of conservation in Homer, lengthening the life span of the landfill,and bringing awareness to recycling. | Homer | Kenai Peninsula Borough | Science and the Environment |
The Taylor White Foundation came together after their friend died in a car crash where alcohol was a major factor. They created a film to support teens making healthy life choices.
| Juneau | Juneau | Lifesaver and Prevention |
| Tia Heywood is a Big Sister in the Big Brother Big Sister program and she is an excellent role model for younger children. Through positive mentoring she helps her Little Sister academically and socially. | Haines | Haines Borough | Service to Young Children |
| Tully McConnell has shown tremendous dedication to the youth group at Unalaska Christian Fellowship. He is a leader in the youth band. | Unalaska | Unalaska City | Faith-based Service |
| Victoria Lynn Anderson is an Emergency Trauma Technician who works part-time to improve her first-responder skills. Her interest in the health field goes beyond her family's cycle of addiction. | Dillingham | Dillingham City | Overcoming Challenges |
| Yvonne Aloralrea is a member of Teens Acting Against Violence (TAAV), through the Tundra Women's Coalition. She provides peer-to-peer village presentations on healthy relationships and works with children who experienced domestic violence. | Bethel | Lower Kuskokwim | Service to Peers |
