Help Your Child Make a Difference

Parents are an integral part of the Nestlé Very Best In Youth program – and to the success of your child’s academic and community service efforts. Teens look up to their parents, emulating their accomplishments, patterning their efforts and appreciating their insight. Here at Nestlé, we admire your dedication to helping your child achieve his or her youth leadership goals.

We thank you for your continued commitment to community service and look forward to learning more about your teen’s interests and community service projects.

Testimonials

Below are samples of the many testimonials from parents and participants in the Nestlé Very Best In Youth program.

Bria Brown (Age:13) - Miami, FL

I felt like I had won an Oscar just for giving back what God had given me, my life to help others deal with cancer. It was an unforgettable experience that I will never forget.

Robert and Violetta Buhler (parents) - Lake Forest, IL

Nestlé creates a superstar atmosphere for the winners of the NVBIY. The extraordinary celebration is supplemented by world-class training for the NVBIY social entrepreneurs.

Annemarie Nauert (Age:18) – St. Louis, MO

Receiving the Nestlé Very Best in Youth Award was a thrilling experience from the initial exciting phone call to the red carpet treatment in L.A.! But, the experience didn't end there--Nestlé makes this award more than just a trophy gathering dust; you actually have the opportunity to get involved!

Konstantine R. Buhler (Age:14) – Lake Forest, IL

Nestlé inspires us to live our dreams and to work together to better the world. Thank you Nestlé U.S.A. for your support and generosity.

Shannon Kenney (Age:13) – Glendale, CA

The Nestlé Very Best in Youth Program has meant a great deal to me over the past two years. I have been able to take some of the great ideas I learned at NVBIY and use them to provide ideas to classmates.

Jenna Sims (Age:18) – Winder, GA

I enjoyed being surrounded by so many awesome volunteers, and learning about their projects and motivational ideas. The one thing I cherish most, is that our class is still giving, not as individuals, but as a "NVBIY" team!

Andrew Cely (Age:15) – Plano, TX

For me, my time in California will always be one of the most memorable events of my life. I am forever indebted to Nestlé for the memories of a truly magnificent week of festivities, friendship, and fun.

Josephine Kao (Age:13) – Roseville, CA

I believe that Nestlé has created something unique in being more than an award, but also an unforgettable experience.

Anastasia Roda (Age:18) - Lancaster, PA

The NVBIY awards week was one of the high points of high school for me.

Michele Moffa (Age:13) – Linwood, NJ

The Nestlé Very Best in Youth program inspired me to chase my dreams. Listening to the other winners showed me how a small idea can turn into reality with passion and commitment.

Mary Beth Clark (parent)

It was amazing to watch the winners from all over the country and from diverse backgrounds come together based on their common passion to make a difference in the world and see them energize each other toward wanting to work harder and do more. My child came home and started a new reading program. The Nestlé Very Best In Youth is a wonderful celebration of all that is good about today’s youth.