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Hopkinton Native to Receive Exceptional Young Philanthropist Award at Foundation for MetroWest’s Spring Inspiration Breakfast
Ben Scire of Hopkinton High School will be given the award in May for his philanthropic engagement and dedication to the community
The Foundation for MetroWest is pleased to announce that it will honor Hopkinton High School student Ben Scire with the Exceptional Young Philanthropist Award at its Spring Inspiration Breakfast on May 4.
A resident of Hopkinton and a current junior at Hopkinton High School, Ben participated in the inaugural 15-week Youth in Philanthropy program in Hopkinton. His interest and engagement in local charitable causes exemplifies what it means to be a young philanthropist.
The Foundation for MetroWest’s Exceptional Young Philanthropist Award recognizes a MetroWest Youth in Philanthropy student who is passionate and curious about strengthening their community through philanthropy. The Foundation for MetroWest’s Youth in Philanthropy program is one of the oldest and largest youth philanthropy education programs in the country. Programs run across MetroWest throughout the year.
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Ben’s Youth in Philanthropy instructor, Julie Williams, had the following to say, “Ben was a co-chair for the group. He was a strong leader and made sure that everyone’s voices were heard before decisions were made. He was extremely enthusiastic and thoughtful when thinking about philanthropy and giving and truly took his role in the community to heart. He learned and shared with many his belief that everyone has the ability to give and make a difference.”
Join the Foundation for MetroWest in honoring Ben's award by purchasing tickets or making a donation at foundationformetrowest.org/SpringInspiration or call 508.647.2260. For more information about the Foundation for MetroWest, visit www.foundationformetrowest.org.