The Nomination: Gretchen McPherson brings sunshine and laughter wherever she goes, showing His light to everyone around her. Gretchen volunteers for an organization called The Little Lighthouse which helps children who have special needs and offers support to their families. She not only works with the children, but she is also a Junior Board Member at The Little Lighthouse. Gretchen has an amazing voice; her hard work and talent has won her several solo vocal awards and recognitions. Her passion is to pursue Musical Therapy and work with both special needs kids and adults to help them heal through music.

Gretchen was featured in issue 37 of Inspiring Teens Magazine!

​The Nomination: EllaBabe is so beautiful on the inside and outside. She’s selfless, caring, hardworking, and a true Christian. If you view her Instagram you can see several of her inspirational videos where she is not afraid to share God’s Word. She is a wrestler for the Ada Cougars and she placed third at states. She volunteers at our local food bank when she is available. She also volunteers during Christmas to feed the homeless and distribute gifts. She tutors and has helped several kids with their schoolwork during the pandemic since she is always looking for ways to help others. She truly deserves to be recognized for everything she does at such a young age!