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a young person that is passionate about youth
philanthropy and helping the youth in their community through
grantmaking and youth empowerment. |
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| Sept, 2008 |
Chelsea Holmes Chelsea, a recent graduate of Alma high school, has been 
an outstanding member of the Gratiot County YAC for four
years. During that time, she contributed to numerous YAC programs,
but most importantly fell in love with community service. Whether it
was mentoring an 8th grade girl or organizing a YAC Relay for Life
team, Chelsea is always at the forefront of service in her
community. In an essay on her YAC experience she says, "Because of
YAC, I know that I will participate in service and be a volunteer
for the rest of my life." It is this passion that guides Chelsea as
a leader for her YAC and community. Congratulations, Chelsea! |
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| Aug, 2008 |
Elizabeth Stoiber The Bedford Community Foundation YAC will be much different next year without Elizabeth. After serving for 8 
years, she is a veteran leader who has helped incoming YAC members
learn about philanthropy and is a youth
representative on the community foundation's Board of Trustees.
Recently, she volunteered more than 150 hours as a lead host for her
community's annual Relay for Life 24 Hour Walk. Her involvement
included logistical event planning, coordinating the dunk tank and
even clean-up crew. This work further demonstrates Elizabeth's
commitment to servant leadership. Congratulations, Elizabeth! |
Do you know someone involved in a Michigan YAC with these characteristics? Email Mike Goorhouse to request a nomination form. |
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| July, 2008 |
Brent Dickinson Brent, a four-year member of the Hillsdale County Community Foundation YAC, takes his role very seriously, always striving to use what he knows about his 
community's economic challenges in grantmaking decisions. "He is
never afraid to question the merits and potential benefits and risks
of a particular grant request, and he frequently causes his peers to
consider grant requests more thoroughly, often from a different
point of view," says Brent's YAC advisor. Brent says that "giving
out grants has taught me how to keep a budget and how to use money
efficiently." He is most certainly an asset to his YAC and
community. Congratulations Brent! |
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| June, 2008 |
Tyler Stafford Tyler
Stafford defines community as "neighbors interacting and people
helping one another, giving of themselves to better the whole
population." He's witnessed his |
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| May, 2008 |
Lindsay Thelen Gandhi said, "Be the change you want to see in the world," and Lindsay Thelen, a five-year member of the Bay Area 
Community Foundation YAC tries to do just that.
Lindsay "truly is compassionate to others and
strives to make her community a better place for all to live,"
according to her advisor. Now a high school senior, she is currently
YAC chair and served as secretary and vice chair in the past. She
also devotes her talents and energy to other community organizations
like Paint N' Pride, Share the Fun(ds) and the rescue mission..
Lindsay most certainly strives to be the change in her community.
Congratulations Lindsay!
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| April, 2008 |
Wally Abramson In 2006, Wally needed to complete required community servic  e
hours for school. He began attending the Saginaw Community
Foundation's FORCE meetings without completely
understanding FORCE's community role. His experience certainly
motivated him because two years later, his YAC
advisor says Wally now plays "a key role." He currently serves as
vice president and co-chair of the Service Committee. He also
volunteers for Habitat for Humanity, The Children's Zoo at
Celebration Square, The Public Libraries of Saginaw and the American
Cancer Society Relay for Life. Wally describes his YAC experience
as; "I have gained a position in which I can truly make a difference
in my community." Congratulations Wally!
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| March, 2008 |
Laci Forbes Laci has been an active Barry Community Foundation YACer for the past five years, participating in the executive board, fall orientation and Leade  rship
Barry County. Laci says she is pleased to "have had the chance to
make a difference and to have a voice." According to her advisor,
Laci has "actively recruited members to join the YAC." Her
enthusiasm, forward thinking, dedication and organizational skills
all contribute to her selection as the YACer of the Month.
Congratulations, Laci!
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| Feb., 2008 |
Mackenzie Price Mackenzie is a high school sophomore and has been an active member of the Hillsdale County Community 
Foundation YAC for more than three years. She serves as a member of
the planning committee and public relations
committee. Mackenzie "truly exemplifies the ideal
qualities of a YACer" according to her YAC advisor. For the last two
years she was the recipient of the Communication Award, awarded to a
YAC member demonstrating superior ability to express individual
ideas positive contributions to group discussions and
decision-making. I am motivated "to give back to my community and
the county, especially the youth," Mackenzie says. This motivation
is demonstrated by her involvement in her YAC but also in her
volunteer work for the Humane Society, Domestic Harmony, Big
Brothers Big Sisters of America and the Manor Foundation.
Congratulations Mackenzie!
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| Jan., 2008 |
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