APPLETON, Wis. (WFRV) – As Fox Valley kids get ready to head back to school, one local leader is being recognized nationwide for her work helping young people navigate stress, uncertainty, and emotional challenges.
According to a press release from the Boys & Girls Clubs of America, Carlyn Andrew, Chief Culture Officer at the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Fox Valley, received the National Impact Award at Boys & Girls Clubs of America’s inaugural Trauma-informed Special Summit in Atlanta this summer.
The award, presented by the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association, honors a leader whose work has transformed how Clubs across the country respond to adversity and support kids’ emotional well-being.
She demonstrates, with genuine care and clear guidance, how healing-centered leadership can create safe and empowering spaces for our youth, staff, and the communities we serve.
Greg Lemke-Rochon, CEO of Boys & Girls Clubs of Fox Valley
Carlyn has spent 14 years with the Club and was promoted to Chief Cultural Officer in 2023. She oversees safety, trauma-informed practices, youth and family counseling, and staff development. The release highlights her strong advocacy for mental health, suicide prevention, and resilience-building programs.
The Boys & Girls Clubs of the Fox Valley serve more than 16,000 young people each year, offering programs that help kids succeed in school, build confidence, and stay healthy.
