Kids in Central Wyoming were celebrated at Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Wyoming’s 24^th Annual Awards & Recognition breakfast, held September 14, 2022, at the Ford Wyoming Center. The breakfast honored Brad and Jan Cundy for the difference they have made for youth throughout the state. Preliminary dollars raised through the Mission Unstoppable annual giving campaign total $942,698.  All proceeds support impactful programming at the Club.

In receiving the Distinguished Service Award, the Cundys highlighted the Club’s unstoppable mission in making a difference in the lives of youth and talked about their pride in Wyoming’s kids. The Cundys received a Congressional Award from U.S. Senator John Barrasso, which is the official record of the proceedings and debates of the United States Congress. “Brad and Jan’s exemplary character and commitment to Wyoming’s youth are remarkable. With this award, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Wyoming affirms their deepest gratitude for Brad and Jan Cundy and their continued work,” said Senator Barrasso.

Award, a bronze sculpture by world renowned local artist Chris Navarro, honors a person in the community who has lived the Cowboy Code to its fullest and persevered in the face of challenges. This year’s award recipient is Brad Hopkins, Executive Director of the Wyoming Rescue Mission, who has worked tirelessly to change the lives of the homeless. Hopkins also received a congressional record from Senator Barrasso.

Nearly 1,200 guests were in attendance, including Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon and First Lady Jennie Gordon. Guests received a copy of the new book, The Wyoming Try, which tells the true inspirational stories of a dozen Wyoming individuals who have done extraordinary things despite the odds.  Club CEO Ashley Bright said, “I want to thank the community for its unstoppable support of the Club’s mission in making a difference in the lives of youth. We are serving more youth than ever and helping them discover their passions, and it’s all because of you.”

The Breakfast is a culmination of the Annual Giving Campaign to benefit the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Wyoming. Contributions in this campaign will help the Club reach a $1.55 million, two-year fundraising goal to support its $4.6 million budget.