COLUMBUS — Senate President Keith Faber, R-Celina, this week received the Ohio Alliance of Boys & Girls Clubs’ 2016 Blue Door Award in recognition of his support of the Clubs’ programs around the state.
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Rosetta Shepherd, left, the Boys & Girls Club 2016 Youth of the Year award winner, presents Sen. Keith Faber with his Blue Door Award. (PHOTO | SUBMITTED)“I’m grateful for this honor,” Mr. Faber said. “As a parent of young children, I know how important after-school and summer opportunities are for the academic and social development of our children.
“I appreciate the work of the Boys & Girls Clubs all around our state to create safe, engaging and inspiring environments for our youth. Your work truly changes lives.”
Sen. Faber, whose district includes Logan County, played an instrumental role in securing financial support for the alliance in the past two state budgets.
The state funding enables the clubs to reach youth across the state through after-school and summer programs, challenging them to achieve academically, develop strong moral compasses and make healthy lifestyle choices.
“President Faber has always opened his door to our organization,” alliance President Randy Randolph said. “We greatly appreciate his consistent support and counsel as we work to create bright futures for Ohio’s kids.”