Celebrating the Impact of Warren County Schools in Magnified Giving's Youth Philanthropy Program
July 22, 2024 | Written by Branden Waggoner
Congratulations to all the participating Warren County schools for their incredible work in Magnified Giving's Youth Philanthropy Program 2023-2024! This year, students from various schools came together to significantly impact their communities by supporting local nonprofits.
Magnified Giving participants from St. Margaret of York School with Roger Grein, Founder of Magnified Giving, and Carey Kuznar, Vice President of Advancement, after their grant presentations to their selected nonprofits.
We are proud to highlight the schools from Warren County that participated in the program: Kings High School, Lebanon High School, Little Miami Middle School, Loveland High School, Loveland Middle School, Mary Haven Youth Detention Center, Mason Middle School, St. Margaret of York, and Springboro High School.
Through the Youth Philanthropy Program, students engaged in hands-on learning about philanthropy, leadership, and community service. These young leaders dedicated their time and efforts to researching local nonprofits, understanding their missions, and advocating for their causes. The program culminated in grant-giving ceremonies where students awarded grants to various nonprofits, demonstrating their commitment to positively changing their communities.
During the grant-giving ceremonies, the following schools awarded grants to their chosen nonprofits:
Kings High School: Awarded $1,000 to Cancer Family Care and $500 to The Cloth Option.
Lebanon High School: Donated $1,100 to Neighborhood Bridges and $1,100 to Lindner Center of Hope, and $1,000 to Safe on Main.
Little Miami Middle School: Granted $1,000 to Myles Ahead and $1,000 to Heartfelt Tidbits.
Loveland High School: Awarded $2,332 to The Barracks Project and $1,166 to Back2Back Ministries.
Loveland Middle School: Donated $1,500 to Angels By the Trail and $1,500 to The Karen Wellington Foundation.
Mary Haven Youth Detention Center: Awarded $500 to SELF and $500 to Kings Local Food Pantry.
Mason Middle School: Granted $1,000 to Chemo Unity and $500 to Animal Friends Humane Society.
St. Margaret of York: Awarded $1,000 to Little Annie's Hope Train and $500 to The Dragonfly Foundation.
Springboro High School: Granted $1,000 to Hannah’s Treasure Chest.
This initiative would not have been possible without the incredible support of the Warren County Foundation. Their dedication to fostering community engagement and supporting local education initiatives has been instrumental in the success of the Youth Philanthropy Programs in Warren County. As Tom Seddon, Chief Executive Officer at Warren County Foundation, expressed, "It's great to see all the young people involved in this program, and I hope that it will stick with you all, and you will continue to give back to your communities. It's great to be involved in something as meaningful as this."
The students' dedication to philanthropy and community service blew us away. By participating in the Youth Philanthropy Program, they have gained valuable skills and experiences that will serve them well. We are excited to see how these young leaders will continue to make a difference in their communities.
As we look forward to the future, we plan to expand and enhance this program, providing more opportunities for students to engage in service learning and philanthropy. The impact of these young philanthropists is a testament to the power of education and community support.