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Kevin Warren, Commissioner-Elect of the Big Ten Conference, Honored with The Vanguard Award at GENYOUth's Annual Gala; Organization Raises Nearly $2 million

Sports, news and lifestyle stars, including NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell, James "J.B." Brown, Katie Couric, NFL Hall of Fame stars Anthony Muñoz and Cris Carter, Arianna Huffington and chef and television personality Carla Hall all "rise" create healthier school communities. First-ever GENNY Awards honored six individuals for leadership in youth wellness.

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NEW YORK, Dec. 6, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- GENYOUth, a leading youth health and wellness nonprofit dedicated to creating healthier school communities, held its  annual fundraising Galabration on Wednesday December 4th at the American Museum of Natural History. This year's theme "Rise By Lifting Others!", embraced the importance and value of mentoring, inspiring, challenging and investing in youth to help them achieve their personal best. Steven Williams, CEO of PepsiCo Foods North America helped present the organization's prestigious Vanguard Award to Kevin Warren, Commissioner-Elect of the Big Ten Conference and former Chief Operations Officer for The Minnesota Vikings. In passing the torch to Mr. Warren, Steven Williams of PepsiCo, the 2018 award recipient, said, "Remember, it all goes back to the fact that healthy and educated children not only perform better in school, but they are our future employees, leaders, and yes, consumers. Let's continue to give them the future they deserve."

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Kevin Warren, Commissioner-Elect of the Big Ten Conference receives the GENYOUth Vanguard Award from NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell, CBS Sportscaster James “J.B.” Brown and Steven Williams, President of PepsiCo Foods North America at the organization’s recent Gala in New York City. GENYOUth raised nearly $2 million to create healthier school communities at its annual fundraiser which was held at New York City ‘s Museum of Natural History.
Kevin Warren, Commissioner-Elect of the Big Ten Conference receives the GENYOUth Vanguard Award from NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell, CBS Sportscaster James “J.B.” Brown and Steven Williams, President of PepsiCo Foods North America at the organization’s recent Gala in New York City. GENYOUth raised nearly $2 million to create healthier school communities at its annual fundraiser which was held at New York City ‘s Museum of Natural History.
Chef and TV personality Carla Hall joins Greta Warren, journalist Katie Couric and GENYOUth CEO and former television anchor Alexis Glick to congratulate Kevin Warren, Commissioner-Elect of the Big Ten Conference on his recognition as GENYOUth’s 2019 Vanguard Award winner at the organization’s annual Gala.   The fundraising event raised nearly $2 million to create healthier school communities.
Chef and TV personality Carla Hall joins Greta Warren, journalist Katie Couric and GENYOUth CEO and former television anchor Alexis Glick to congratulate Kevin Warren, Commissioner-Elect of the Big Ten Conference on his recognition as GENYOUth’s 2019 Vanguard Award winner at the organization’s annual Gala. The fundraising event raised nearly $2 million to create healthier school communities.
Students from across the nation joined GENYOUth CEO Alexis Glick at the organization’s annual fundraising Gala in New York City.  As a public charity dedicated to creating healthier school communities, the students helped host GENYOUth’s festivities which included awarding Kevin Warren, Commissioner-Elect of the Big Ten  with the organization’s Vanguard Award and recognition of the long-time commitment of America’s Dairy Farmers to improving nutrition and physical activity in U.S. schools.
Students from across the nation joined GENYOUth CEO Alexis Glick at the organization’s annual fundraising Gala in New York City. As a public charity dedicated to creating healthier school communities, the students helped host GENYOUth’s festivities which included awarding Kevin Warren, Commissioner-Elect of the Big Ten with the organization’s Vanguard Award and recognition of the long-time commitment of America’s Dairy Farmers to improving nutrition and physical activity in U.S. schools.
GENYOUth, a leading youth health and wellness nonprofit dedicated to creating healthier school communities held its annual fundraising Gala at New York’s Museum of Natural History.  Over 500 guests attended the Gala where Kevin Warren, Commissioner-Elect of the Big Ten Conference was presented with GENYOUth’s Vanguard Award and the organization raised nearly $2 million for national youth programs including Fuel Up to Play 60, AdVenture Capital and its grab and go school breakfast program.
GENYOUth, a leading youth health and wellness nonprofit dedicated to creating healthier school communities held its annual fundraising Gala at New York’s Museum of Natural History. Over 500 guests attended the Gala where Kevin Warren, Commissioner-Elect of the Big Ten Conference was presented with GENYOUth’s Vanguard Award and the organization raised nearly $2 million for national youth programs including Fuel Up to Play 60, AdVenture Capital and its grab and go school breakfast program.

In accepting his recognition, Mr. Warren said, "GENYOUth represents so many of the attributes that I have followed in life, especially because I believe that we can all 'Rise by Lifting Others' through how we mentor and serve others within our schools and communities."

"Each year our Gala highlights and celebrates the strides GENYOUth has made in supporting the development of healthy, high-achieving students," said Alexis Glick, GENYOUth CEO. "I am so proud to say that through the support of our corporate and foundation partners, along with our Gala guests, we raised nearly $2 million – contributions that not only make our programs possible but most importantly address the critical needs of today's youth to be healthy, physically active and prepared to be vital members of America's workforce."

New to GENYOUth's Gala program this year were the Genny Awards, which honor those individuals who every day, embody the leadership role that GENYOUth serves in our school communities by helping more students "Rise By Lifting Others."

This year's GENNY award recipients are:

  • Agriculture: Indiana Dairy Farmer and Registered Dietitian Sarah Kuehnert, for her commitment to youth-education in nutrition and agriculture. Sarah connects the dots between the farm and the food on one's plate to underscore the importance of where food comes from.
  • Program Advisor: From Houston, Texas, Westchester Academy's Ann King, for her outstanding achievement in promoting the benefits of nutrition and physical fitness to her students – and students nationwide as a member of the Fuel Up to Play 60 Program Advisory Committee.
  • NFL Leadership: Pro Football Hall of Fame member and retired Cincinnati Bengals offensive tackle Anthony Muñoz. Through his support of Fuel Up to Play 60 en español and the work of his own Foundation, Munoz is leading the way by inspiring Hispanic youth and their families to eat healthier, move more and build leadership skills through character development.
  • Health and Wellness Professional: The former District Director of Physical Education and Health Literacy at Miami-Dade County Public Schools for 34 years and current Project Director at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Jayne Greenberg is a physical fitness trailblazer. Jayne was one of the first to start an all-girls FLAG Football program in her school district and most recently has been providing engagement opportunities for students with disabilities to ensure inclusion in play for all.
  • Corporate Leadership: Vice President and Executive Director of the NFL Foundation at the National Football League, Alexia Gallagher and Vice President for Youth & High School Football Strategy at the National Football League, Roman Oben for their successful efforts in carrying the flag for in-school physical fitness with the NFL FLAG-In-Schools program.

Gala special guests and keynote speakers included James "J.B." Brown, noted CBS Sports Studio Host and CBS News Special Correspondent, NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell, Minnesota Vikings Owner and Chairman Zygi Wilf and Owner and President Mark Wilf, Denver Broncos President and CEO Joe Ellis, Famed Chef and TV Personality Carla Hall, Thrive Global Founder and CEO Arianna Huffington, NFL Hall of Fame Lineman Anthony Muñoz, Journalist Katie Couric along with NFL owners and top CEO's. James Brown also moderated a special panel discussion that addressed mentoring, leadership, and youth empowerment featuring Minnesota executives Shelly Ibach, CEO of Sleep Number; Cris Carter, NFL Hall of Fame Receiver and former Minnesota Viking; and Richard Davis, CEO of the Make-a-Wish Foundation and former head of U.S. Bank.

GENYOUth's Galabration was generously supported by leaders and businesses from various fields including agriculture, food, fitness, technology, media, and sports, who encourage and invest in students to become the stewards of their own healthy-high-achieving futures. The evening was made possible through the generous commitment of corporate partners Corteva Agriscience, UnitedHealthcare, Alight Solutions and TDAmeritrade.

The 2019 Galabration reflects the dedication and tireless commitment of GENYOUth's Board of Directors and Host Committee members which includes Thomas Gallagher, CEO Dairy Management Inc.; Alexis Glick, CEO GENYOUth; Roger Goodell, Commissioner NFL; Audrey Donahoe, Chair, National Dairy Council; Richard Edelman, CEO, Edelman; Carla Hall, Former Co-Host of The Chew, Famed Chef, Author and TV Personality; Howie Long, Commentator for FOX Sports and NFL Hall of Fame Inductee; Jeff Miller, EVP Health and Safety for the NFL; Steven H. Nelson, Former CEO, UnitedHealthcare; Donald "DJ" Paoni, President SAP North America, Claressa Shields, Two-Time Olympic Gold Medalist Boxer, Undisputed Middleweight Champion of the World; DeMaurice Smith, Executive Director, NFL Players Association; Selwyn Vickers, M.D., Dean, University of Alabama School of Medicine; Honorable Tom Vilsack, President and CEO, U.S. Dairy Export Council, Former Secretary of U.S. Department of Agriculture; Russell Weiner, COO and President of the Americas, Domino's; Chris Michalak, CEO, Alight Solutions; Dana Bolden, Senior Vice President, External Affairs and Sustainability at Corteva Agriscience, and Dr. David Satcher, 16th U.S. Surgeon General Emeritus.

About GENYOUth
GENYOUth is a 501c3 nonprofit organization that empowers students to create a healthier future for themselves and their peers by convening a network of private and public partners to raise funds for youth wellness initiatives that create healthier school communities. We believe that all students are change-agents who deserve the opportunity to identify and lead innovative solutions that positively impact nutrition, physical activity, and student success. GENYOUth's flagship program, Fuel Up to Play 60, enrolls over 73,000 U.S. schools, reaching over 38 million students in nearly 10 years of operation. For more information about GENYOUth, visit www.genyouthnow.org. 

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