Twelve young women – each with their own background and experiences – will graduate soon from local high schools and The Friendship Club, an after-school program that is part of Bright Futures for Youth.
The Friendship Club will celebrate and honor the young women during the 24th annual Graduation Gala at 6 p.m. Wednesday, May 21, at The Center for the Arts in Grass Valley.
The Friendship Club provides academic, emotional and social support to sixth- through 12th-grade girls and young women in Nevada County. About 80 students were enrolled in the program during the 2024-25 school year.
The after-school program has a far-reaching connection with the community, from a founding board member now serving as Nevada County Supervisor to a graduate becoming a successful small-business owner on Mill Street in Grass Valley. From education to health care, Friendship Club graduates are an important part of the community and workforce.