Do you know a middle or high school student in MetroWest looking for something fun to do this summer while giving back to the community? Registration is now open for the Foundation for MetroWest’s Youth in Philanthropy Summer Institute. The Foundation is offering separate sessions for middle school and high school students this summer from June 25 to June 29. Sessions are held at Framingham State University and run from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily.
The Youth in Philanthropy Summer Institute is a five-day leadership development experience that offers MetroWest area students a unique way to get involved in their community, make new friends and build skills that will help in school, college and beyond.
During the summer program, students learn about the diverse needs in the MetroWest community. Students make site visits to local nonprofit organizations and ultimately discover that they can make a big impact in their community. At the end of the program, the students – now philanthropists – give back to their community by gifting $2,500 to the organization of their choice.
Registration will be open online through May 25 or until program spots are filled and can be found at: http://bit.ly/YIPSI2018. Students living in MetroWest in grades 6 through 12 are eligible to register. You can find more information about the Youth in Philanthropy program here or by emailing Julie Williams at jwilliams@
About Youth in Philanthropy
Since 1997, the Foundation for MetroWest’s Youth in Philanthropy program has been inspiring youth to give back and to truly become invested in the MetroWest community. Key to the future success of our region, Youth in Philanthropy is one of the largest youth philanthropy education programs in the country. The program has educated more than 1,250 teens who have granted $1.1 M to over 140 youth development organizations in our backyard.
About Foundation for MetroWest
Established in 1995, the Foundation for MetroWest is the only community foundation serving the 33 cities and towns in the region. We promote philanthropy in the region, help donors maximize the impact of their local giving, serve as a resource for local nonprofits and enhance the quality of life for all our residents. Since inception, the Foundation has granted $15 million to charitable organizations and currently stewards more than $22 million in charitable assets for current needs and future impact. To learn more, please visitwww.foundationformetrowest.org or call 508-647-2260.
