Allie was recently honored by the 21st Century Leaders (21CL) nonprofit youth leadership program at its Eighth Annual Georgia Youth Leadership Awards at the College Football Hall of Fame in Atlanta.

The annual awards recognize 20 outstanding high school students throughout Georgia who have made a significant impact on their schools, communities and beyond, according to 21CL. Allie is being recognized for her work to develop the first countywide Challenger Basketball program for special needs students. Allie was also recognized by the Cherokee County School Board and Superintendent of Schools.

Each honoree will be presented with a $250 mini-grant; one student at the event also will be presented with the top award of the Turner Voices Innovative Leadership Award, which includes a $1,000 grant from sponsor, Turner Broadcasting.