Leukemia & Lymphoma Society seek Students of the Year nominations

Pittsburgh, PA (Oct. 2018) The Western PA & West Virginia Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) is seeking nominations of region’s teen philanthropists to compete for title of Student of the Year.

Students of the Year (SOY) is a 7-week philanthropic leadership development program for high school aged students to engage family, friends, and community in their efforts to raise the most money for blood cancer research and patient services. The student who raises the most money at the end of the competition receives a $2,500 scholarship and a job shadowing opportunity.

Teens who participate in this competition are enthusiastic about volunteerism, philanthropy, community outreach, leadership, and college preparedness. As they compete in the Students of the Year campaign, these motivated students develop skills that allow them to stand out among peers when engaging with colleges and/or future employers. Through guidance and mentoring from experienced professionals at LLS, they will make a real impact in the fight against blood cancers.

The 2019 campaign will kick off on Jan. 19, 2019 and will culminate in a Grand Finale Celebration on March 19, 2019 at the LeMont Restaurant on Mount Washington.

Potential candidates must submit an application online via www.studentsoftheyear.org. The application deadline is Oct. 31, 2018.

For questions, to nominate a candidate, or to get involved, please contact Kayla McGrath, Students of the Year Campaign Specialist at 412-395-2877 or kayla.mcgrath@lls.org.

In the photo, Kate Burke, a junior at North Catholic High School, earned the title of 2018 Student of the Year and a $2,500 scholarship by fundraising the most money for The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society over the course of a 7-week period earlier this year. The scholarship was presented by Ian Coyle of Semper Gratus.

About The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society

The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society ® (LLS) is the world's largest voluntary health agency dedicated to blood cancer. The LLS mission: Cure leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin’s disease and myeloma, and improve the quality of life of patients and their families. LLS funds lifesaving blood cancer research around the world, provides free information and support services, and is the voice for all blood cancer patients seeking access to quality, affordable, coordinated care.

Founded in 1949 and headquartered in Rye Brook, NY, LLS has chapters throughout the United States and Canada. To learn more, visit www.LLS.org. Patients should contact the Information Resource Center at (800) 955-4572, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. ET.