Survey: Gap Exists Between Hope Opportunity for Teens

While optimistic about the future, the youth in our country find themselves trapped in a gap between hope and opportunity, according to a recent survey. Struggling with violence in their neighborhoods and the challenges of just finishing high school, many young people feel they are not being afforded real opportunities for their future.

This year, Boys & Girls Clubs of America, the nation's fastest-growing youth service organization, celebrates its centennial. As part of the milestone, BGCA conducted the "Youth Report to America," a national survey sponsored by American Express of more than 46,000 young people.