Please join Youth First this evening as we celebrate our 20th anniversary with a special edition of the Passport to Adventure Auction, presented by Romain Cross Pointe Auto Park! The auction preview and awards reception will take place on Thursday, April 19th, at Tropicana’s Riverfront Pavilion (in the area formerly Max & Erma’s and Hoosiers Lounge) from 4-7 pm.
 All are welcome to preview auction items at this free event, which will also include an awards presentation, sponsored by Toyota Motor Manufacturing of Indiana. Young people who have benefited from Youth First’s programs will be honored with the Don Mattingly Youth Award and the Carol Lynch Advocate of Youth First Award.
 Auction items and experience packages will be on display for viewing and bidding. The auction will close the evening of Saturday, April 21st, at the Edward Jones Emerald Gala celebrating Youth First’s 20th anniversary.
Each year, Youth First hosts its annual Passport to Adventure Auction to help raise critical funds to support our mission – to strengthen youth and families through evidence-based programs that prevent substance abuse, promote healthy behaviors and maximize student success. This is our largest fundraising event and every dollar raised is important to ensure we can continue to provide our free programs and services to the youth and families in our community.
Youth First Social Workers become specialized mentors available to over 27,000 students in 59 area schools across seven counties. Youth First Social Workers ensure students have the support they need to overcome barriers (depression, anxiety, anger, substance abuse, academic challenges, home life concerns, relationship conflicts, etc.) for school and life success. Additionally, Youth First programs strengthen families and enhance life skills in young people.
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