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?? Exciting news! We are thrilled to announce the winners of this year's Jim Parke Constructive Leadership Award! ??? This award honors the legacy of former GE Capital CFO Jim Parke, whose early partnership with buildOn helped ignite our movement and has inspired countless students to lead with empathy, courage, resilience, and solidarity. Meet our incredible winners from across the U.S.: ??Uzoamaka Ebin (Boston, MA) ??Rashad Pierce (The Bronx, NY) ??Jayla Smith-Turner (Detroit, MI) These young leaders embody the spirit of Constructive Leadership and their commitment to service is truly inspiring. Congratulations to Uzoamaka, Rashad, and Jayla! ?Together, we’re making an impact across the country! ???? Want to learn more about our transformational programs? Check out our 2023-24 U.S. Impact Report! ??https://ow.ly/NyEP50Ugkup #constructiveleadership #buildOn

buildOn alum Khadijah Cham delivered an authentic and inspiring speech about the profound impact our programs have had on her life. ?? Click here to read the blog post and watch her full talk: https://bit.ly/3CKKjc4 ??

The students in Caserío Chimulac are thrilled with their new classrooms! ??? Thanks to the community's hard work and dedication, contributing an incredible 866 volunteer workdays, we built these facilities in solidarity! ?? Caserío Chimulac Primary now provides a motivating environment for learning. School Director Emilio Coc Caal emphasizes, “It was a blessing to have [buildOn] in the community. For us, it will be something we will never forget.” Together, we’re shaping brighter futures! ???? #CommunityImpact #EducationMatters #buildOn

Pemphero, a young boy in Malawi, refuses to let his disability get in the way of his dreams—with a little help from a buildOn staff member. Meet Pemphero in our new blog post!

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Invest in Hope Gala! Your support made the evening unforgettable as we celebrated our mission to unite communities through service and education. Together, we raised vital funds that will help us expand our programs and ignite change globally. Special thanks to our sponsors, board members, and donors for their dedication. We are inspired by your generosity and commitment to creating lasting change. Let’s continue this journey together—every contribution counts! ???? #InvestInHope #buildOn

The day is finally here! In a matter of hours, we will be welcoming our guests to our 2024 Gala at The Glasshouse in NYC. If you are attending, check your email for all of the important info. If not, follow along on our Instagram stories for highlights from an inspiring evening filled with impact, celebration, and the infectious energy of Lucky Chops.

“Thank you for this beautiful school and thank you for creating unity within the community.” — Julienne Nozil, resident of Girodier A new school in Girodier, Haiti is now complete. 200 children now have an adequate school structure that will allow them to learn and grow. We don’t just build schools, we create a foundation for the next generation.

Less than 3 days until our buildOn Gala! ?? Join us for an inspiring evening featuring our CEO, Jim Ziolkowski, and a special guest alumni speaker. We’ll celebrate the Jim Parke Constructive Leadership Award, honoring students who have made a significant impact in their communities through leadership and service. ?? Get ready for an electric night filled with hope as we recognize our award winners and hear from our legendary keynote speaker. Don’t miss out—follow us for live coverage of this unforgettable event! #buildOnGala #Inspiration #Leadership

We just reached 5 million volunteer work days globally! ???? At buildOn, we’re not just building schools; we’re breaking barriers. By mobilizing communities and promoting inclusive leadership on-site, we elevate women as masons and field coordinators. This not only inspires women in the workforce but also encourages girls to pursue new career paths. Together, we’re dismantling gender norms and paving the way for a more equitable future! ??????

UPDATED DEADLINE: Applications close on November 30th, 2024! Calling all buildOn U.S. and student Trek alumni! ?? Want to go on Trek with all your expenses covered? You read that right! Here’s your chance... Join buildOn founder and CEO, Jim Ziolkowski, on an unforgettable journey to build a school in Nepal—at no cost to you! This is your opportunity to leave a lasting legacy, embrace new cultures, and promote literacy for generations to come. Are you in? ??? Click here to apply: https://ow.ly/7iZa50U8bAV