Russ Croco- Executive Director Teen Center USA- Elk Grove
Russ was born in Eureka CA, graduated from high school in 1967 and enlisted in the U.S. Air Force where he was part of the canine corp. Russ spent a year in Viet Nam and a short tour in Goose Bay Labrador and after serving 4 years in the Air Force was honorably discharged in 1971. Russ then moved to Sacramento to attend school and has lived in the Elk Grove area for the last 39 years. Russ married his wife Marie in 1974 and they have two children and three granddaughters. Russ and Marie opened their antique restoration and retail sales business in 1976, closed his shop in 1990.
In January 2002, Russ went back to school and in December of 2004 received his ministerial arts degree. Russ has worked with youth for over 25 years and enjoys mentoring and nurturing the character of young people. He has worked closely with a variety of groups including Schools, Athletic Leagues, Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts and Church Youth groups.
In February 2007 Russ was given the opportunity to give back to the community and privilege to impact the lives of our Youth in a greater measure by becoming the director of the Elk Grove Teen Center .In January 2008 he became the executive director of the Teen Center.
As a resident of Elk Grove, I am excited to help make a difference in our community by investing in the lives of its young people. I look forward to using my business experiences to enhance our organizational and operational structure. I will be working to strengthen our involvement and participation throughout the Elk Grove community.
