West suburban program offers a teens a taste of philanthropy

West suburban program offers a teens a taste of philanthropy

For the past year, 17-year-old Sebastian Amin, a junior at Glenbard West High School in Glen Ellyn, has received added training — entirely outside the classroom — about the world of philanthropy. It’s part of a new program that offers participants the opportunity to learn more about giving, including vetting and selecting nonprofit community groups to receive some portion of a pot of $10,000. “It’s a cliche, but helping people is a good thing. I…

Schnitzer Cares helps Umatilla County kids care - Elkhorn Media Group

MISSION – On Thursday night students from several area high schools presented grant checks to a number of nonprofit groups as part of the Schnitzer Cares: Student Grantmaking Program. The students from the five schools distributed $70,138. They focused on organizations that support individuals experiencing homelessness, survivors of domestic and sexual violence, and addiction prevention and recovery services. The program helps teach high school …