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Molly Runner, 18, and Emily Carothers, 13, were named West Virginia's top youth volunteers of 2021 by The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards. Each will receive a $2,500 scholarship and a silver medallion. Molly organized a suicide prevention club and a mental health support group, while Emily created an organic vegetable garden to provide fresh produce for her community. This recognition highlights the impact of youth volunteerism, with over 21,000 applicants participating. The awards celebrate meaningful contributions made during the past year of challenges.
On February 9, 2021, Ellie Zimmerman and Caitlyn Michiels were recognized as New York's top youth volunteers by the Prudential Spirit of Community Awards, receiving $2,500 scholarships each. Ellie, a high school senior, founded an organization to assist over 180 nonprofits with technology tasks, engaging more than 8,000 student volunteers. Caitlyn, a fifth-grader, established a nonprofit that collected over 700 eyeglasses and raised $30,000 for eye care initiatives. The awards celebrate outstanding youth contributions to their communities, particularly during the challenges posed by the pandemic.
Ankitha Kumar, 17, and Sarah Erickson, 14, have been named Minnesota's top youth volunteers of 2021 by The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards. Each will receive a $2,500 scholarship and an invitation to the national recognition celebration. Ankitha created a free online tutoring service, aiding over 300 students and logging more than 1,500 hours of tutoring. Sarah donated over 70 masks to community efforts during the pandemic. The awards recognize significant volunteer contributions made by students during the past year.
On February 9, 2021, Mahika Kanchanam from Omaha and Joslyn Stamp from Plattsmouth were named Nebraska's top youth volunteers of 2021 by The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards. Each will receive a $2,500 scholarship and an invitation to a national recognition event in April. Mahika provided over 4,000 PPE items to local hospitals and raised $1,400 for a food bank, while Joslyn recycled over 12,000 used markers to prevent landfill waste. The awards celebrate youth volunteers' contributions during the pandemic, recognizing 102 State Honorees across the U.S.
Derek Yan, 16, and Lily McCallister, 13, have been recognized as Maryland's top youth volunteers for 2021 by The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards. Both honorees receive a $2,500 scholarship, a silver medallion, and an invitation to a national celebration in April. Derek founded the Linx Buddies Association to provide affordable tennis training, while Lily worked on an oyster restoration project for Chesapeake Bay. The awards celebrate students in grades 5-12 for their meaningful community service efforts, with selection based on impact and initiative.
Joshua Land, 18, and Gabriella Andrade, 12, were honored as Rhode Island's top youth volunteers of 2021 through The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards, a program recognizing volunteer service. Each received a $2,500 scholarship and an invitation to the national recognition celebration in April, where 10 will be chosen as top volunteers nationwide. Joshua has dedicated time to coaching children with disabilities, while Gabriella raised over $1,100 for cancer research through her cupcake business. This program highlights the importance of youth volunteerism amid global challenges.
Prudential Financial has recognized two Iowa students, Emma Thompson and Davin Holste, as the top youth volunteers of 2021 through The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards. Emma, a high school senior, initiated a program to assist over 60 seniors with technology during the pandemic, while Davin, an eighth-grader, engaged in numerous community service projects aimed at improving local life. Both recipients will receive $2,500 scholarships and participate in a national celebration, with potential for additional honors. This initiative highlights impactful youth service in a challenging year.
On Feb. 9, 2021, Prudential Financial announced Shaivi Shah and Vera Loui as California's top youth volunteers of 2021, as part of The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards. Each honoree receives a $2,500 scholarship, a silver medallion, and an invitation to the virtual national recognition celebration in April. Shaivi assembled and donated over 4,600 sanitation kits to various shelters, raising more than $19,000 for her project. Vera created 450 cloth masks for her school district, addressing a critical need during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Prudential Financial recognized Ruby Tilghman and Sheldon Fouché as Florida's top youth volunteers of 2021. Ruby raised over $20,000 to fund music programs through her nonprofit, 'Many Mini Musicians,' and Sheldon, through 'Kids 4 A Cause,' raised more than $30,000 for various charities. Each honoree receives a $2,500 scholarship and silver medallion, with national winners gaining additional prizes. This annual program, supported by NASSP, celebrates the impactful volunteerism of students amid challenges like the COVID-19 pandemic.
Prudential Financial has recognized Kruthik Ravikanti and Ava Mincey as Georgia's top youth volunteers of 2021 through its Spirit of Community Awards. Each honoree will receive a $2,500 scholarship and a silver medallion, with a chance to compete for national honors. Kruthik co-founded a nonprofit, 'Georgia Youth Leaders,' assisting peers in launching service projects, while Ava raised over $2,000 for Alzheimer's research through lemonade sales. The awards celebrate youth contributions amid challenges posed by the pandemic.