Alan is a dedicated club President who is credited with helping to grow membership numbers at his club, securing its future. Known locally as Steady Al, he attends all YFC meetings and events, devoting his time to developing the young people involved. His own love of YFC competitions from his time as a member is now being shared with the next generation. He’s been known to transport a minibus load of YFC members across to the UK to compete in the Northern Area Field Day. Alan has also supported fundraising initiatives and ensured the club sits proudly at the heart of its community.

Bay has been committed to YFC for more than 45 years – taking on committee roles and offering support where needed. As a passionate supporter of Public Speaking competitions, she has trained countless teams over the years, travelling miles across the county to meet children and their families to help train them for competitions. Described as the ‘encyclopaedia of YFC’ Bay is always called upon for her sage advice and support. She puts her heart and soul into YFC – and is dedicated to ensuring other young people get as much out of the organisation as she did as a member.

As Club President, Linda has chosen to have a hands-on role encouraging all members of the club to achieve their best. Described as a ‘real-life Mother Hen,’ Linda looks out for all the young people involved in the club – nurturing and building confidence. She is credited with transforming the club and helping it to win the title of Club of the Year in 2023. They also won the Rally and have gone on to compete at national finals thanks to Linda’s encouragement of all members to ‘have a go’. No one is missed out under Linda’s watch and her involvement in supporting the club officers and members has turned this quiet club around.

Mark is a dedicated club leader of Faringdon YFC, helping to organise all aspects of the club from programming to fundraising. He takes an active role in the club, training members for competitions. He even shares land on his farm for members to practice for the Tug of War competition, which they have won several times at the Rally and competed at the national final. Despite managing a busy farm, Mark always finds time for YFC and has helped to grow the senior club again after its closure eight years ago. Successes at the County Rally are attributed to Mark and his help in preparations, training and moral support. Without Mark, the club believe they would not be where they are today.

Martin has held many roles in YFC over the 37 years he has been involved in the organisation; his latest being County President. His knowledge and experience has greatly benefited the Federation and his guidance and support is valued immensely. He is a great instigator of fundraisers and has a keen eye for figures so has kept the county on track. He will get stuck in and help practically wherever needed but also provides considered feedback to help committee members make informed decisions. His pride in YFC fuels a passion to encourage others to join and support the organisation.