Upcoming Service Events
Give a Kid a Flag at the Bethany July 4th Parade
Join us for one of Bethany's favorite Independence Day traditions! We will be handing out thousands of American flags to children during the July 4th Parade.
This year, be sure to visit our Freedom Shrine, featuring historic documents that helped shape our nation and preserve the freedoms we enjoy today.
Bring your family, celebrate our country's heritage, and enjoy a fun-filled Fourth of July with friends and neighbors.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Youth Scholarship Recipient: Yamina
The Exchange Club of Oklahoma City is proud to recognize Yamina of Western Heights High School as this year's Youth Scholarship recipient.
Yamina has distinguished herself through academic excellence, leadership, and community involvement, maintaining an impressive 4.21 GPA while actively participating in the National Honor Society, Student Council, Key Club International, Excel Club, choir, and DECA. Her dedication and hard work earned her first place at the 2025 DECA State Competition and recognition as a 2025 International Finalist for her Innovation Plan.
In addition to her academic achievements, Yamina completed the Business Ownership program at Francis Tuttle Technology Center, earning multiple industry certifications in entrepreneurship, business concepts, marketing fundamentals, and customer service.
Yamina's commitment to excellence, leadership, and innovation make her a deserving recipient of this year's Youth Scholarship. We congratulate her on her accomplishments and wish her continued success in the future.
Youth and A.C.E. Scholarships
This year, the Exchange Club of Oklahoma City was proud to award two $2,000 scholarships to exceptional students who have demonstrated outstanding achievement, character, leadership, and dedication to their future goals. These deserving recipients have distinguished themselves through their hard work, perseverance, and commitment to making a positive impact in their schools and communities.
We congratulate both students and wish them continued success as they pursue their educational aspirations and future careers.
A.C.E. Scholarship Recipient: April
This year's A.C.E. (Accepting the Challenge of Excellence) Scholarship recipient, April, exemplifies perseverance in the face of adversity. During high school at Piedmont, she battled a serious illness that required frequent hospital stays, yet she remained determined to succeed academically and maintain a positive outlook.
Despite the challenges she faced, April never earned less than a B and inspired her teachers with her cheerful attitude and strong work ethic. She also devoted more than 40 hours of volunteer service at OU Medical Center, earning recognition for her outstanding support of patients, staff, and guests.
Having overcome significant obstacles, April is now pursuing her dream of becoming a doctor. Her journey from adversity to achievement is a powerful example of courage, character, and dedication. We are proud to recognize her as this year's A.C.E. Scholarship recipient.
Mid America District Youth Scholarship winner: Yamina
Yamina’s accomplishments extend beyond the local level. She was selected as the Exchange Club Mid-America District Youth Scholarship winner and will now advance to the national competition, where she will compete for a $15,000 scholarship. We congratulate Yamina on this outstanding achievement and wish her the very best as she represents our club and district at the national level.
Mid America District 2026 - Muskogee, OK
