NORTHEAST — Hundreds of well-wishers and supporters of the Aldine YOUTH organization, and its dedicated founder Sylvia Bolling, turned out for a premier Gala at the Hilton Hotel Greenspoint last Tuesday, May 25th.
Emcee for the evening was Channel 2 newsman Jerome Gray, a long time supporter of Bolling’s group.
Also hosting the evening were honorary chairs Dr. Max Castillo, former UHD president, and Dr. Rosario Martinez Castillo of Lone Star College. Other hosts included Bolling’s daughters, Shawna Roy and Kenyetta Bolling, and April Day.
Events for the evening included testimonials from Jerome Gray, Pastor Robby Emery, Steve Mead, Johnny LaRue, Max Castillo, Rosario Castillo, and board president Mark Rome.
Entertainment included a Signing presentation by Sylvia’s Sign Language Choir, led by Sylvia.
The history of Aldine YOUTH was presented in a video talk by Ms. Bolling. Sylvia also spoke about new projects that she intends to implement at the center in the near future.
A Scholarship of $500 was presented to Victoria Zamora, who won a “Giving Back” competition, and three runner-ups were presented $300 scholarships by Dr. Larry Rideaux of Lone Star College. These went to Maryela Lopez, Cristal Mirand, and Mark Guillen. State Representative Walle added $100 to each award.