Youth Honorees

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[testimonial]I was never serious about attending school or going to college, until I joined the PAL program. I want to thank the PAL Staff and the cadet program for helping me achieve many of my dreams.[/testimonial] 

Jose Abarca, Jr., 2012 Youth of the Year Award

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[testimonial]The Experiences with Hollenbeck PAL have inspired me to tackle everyday struggles I face in life. I felt as if my college savings too weak, Now I feel it is possible to attend college with the support of PAL.[/testimonial]

Mariela Juarez, 2012 Youth of the Year Award

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[testimonial]My dream is attend USC medical school. Thanks to Hollenbeck PAL staff, I now have the mental ability to have such good aspirations for my future. One day I will give back to my community and help young teenagers like myself.[/testimonial]

Tamara Solache, 2011 Youth of the Year Award

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[testimonial]While being a part of AYSO (soccer league) and PAL I met many new friends that have influenced my life in a positive way. I have learned a great amount about myself through my experience with soccer.[/testimonial]

Stephanie Perez, 2011 Youth of the Year Award

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[testimonial]PAL has not just helped me on over come my shyness, but also helped me with my school work and a road map to college. If I need help with anything they are always happy to lend a hand. I am very glad and fortunate to have them.[/testimonial]

Lilia Garcia, 2010 Youth of the Year

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[testimonial]I have been a member of PAL since 2008. I have a warm and fun personality and I think I do a remarkable job as a member of the Good News Kids Program. I enjoy the challenge of reporting, meeting new and interesting people.[/testimonial]

Marissa Ojeda, 2010 Youth of the Year

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[testimonial]The leadership class, Good News Kids…I learned what it takes to be a great leader and how to become a great leader in my community. I Know all things are possible now…I just want to say Thank You to my family at PAL.[/testimonial]

Javier Rodriguez, 2009 Youth of the Year

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[testimonial]My life before PAL wasn’t the best, I was constantly getting into trouble. When I joined PAL everyone here made me feel part of them, I am now an instructor of “TOP COP” and I share hope with kids that used to be like me.[/testimonial]

Jenifer Estrada, 2009 Youth of the Year

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[testimonial]I am living proof that with a lot of patience, love, and nourishment, anyone can turn around and do whatever they thought it was impossible. I am thankful i had someone to turn to- my mentors at Hollenbeck PAL and Officer Brooks.[/testimonial]

Jesus Gallegos, 2008 Youth of the Year

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[testimonial]My dream, a very simple one to most, seemed huge-to graduate from high school and obtain a college education, a first in my family. The staff at PAL taught me that there is no better than an education to  help me achieve my dreams.[/testimonial]

Yesenia Benitez, 2008 Youth of the Year

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