The Boys & Girls Club of Noblesville recently hosted its Alumni Celebration Luncheon at its community center, 150 N. 17th St. State Sen. Luke Kenley (R-Noblesville) served as the keynote speaker and reflected on his days as a club member, how he circled back as a volunteer and advocate for the organization, and the impact the organization has had on others past, present and future.
The Boys & Girls Club also presented three awards to distinguished alumni for their service to the club and community:
• The Founders Award honors pioneering members who have made exceptional contributions to the club, inspiring and influencing their fellow alumni and members. It honors alumni who embody the organization’s core values of good character and citizenship, academic success and healthy lifestyles. This year’s recipient is Irv Heath, who was integral in starting the Boys Club back in 1951 and still has the passion for the mission and the organization that he did more than 63 years ago.
• The Great Futures Award is presented to an individual who has demonstrated exceptional and sustained leadership in the community, professional field or personal commitments, and has given a significant contribution of time and talent. Community Health Network CEO Bryan Mills was selected for his continued support personally and professionally, for his leadership and his outstanding commitment to the community.
• Outstanding Young Alumni Award recognizes alumni who are younger than 50 and have distinguished themselves in their profession and community through their philanthropic activity. This year’s recipients were Courtney Cole and Monica Peck of Hare Chevrolet. BGCN officials said the sisters impact their organization and the community at large through their involvement and personal and professional giving.
