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?? At our Fall Dinner on September 17th, we had the honor of presenting the Bill Keating Jr. Educator of Excellence Award to Penny Harris! ?? Penny, an art teacher at the Hamilton County Juvenile Youth Center, goes above and beyond, involving her students in service projects throughout the year. Her dedication to uplifting youth through art and service is truly inspiring. ??? Check out this video to see more about Penny’s incredible impact: https://lnkd.in/eJEZa8bU ?? Special thanks to Emma Carol Photography for capturing these special moments. ?? #FallDinner2024 #BillKeatingJrAward #NextGenLeaders #YouthPhilanthropy #CommunityImpact #CincyNonprofits #PhilanthropyInAction #GiveBack

? At this year’s Fall Dinner, we were honored to present the Bill Keating Jr. Next Gen Award to Keren Palaparty! ?? Keren, a Kings High School grad and now a proud Bearcat at the University of Cincinnati, was recognized for her dedication and passion as a Magnified Giving alumna. This award, named in honor of the late Bill Keating Jr., celebrates young leaders who are engaged in their communities, just like Keren. ?? A special moment made even more meaningful by Liz Keating, Bill Keating Jr.’s daughter, who graciously presented the award alongside her daughter and niece. ?? Huge thanks to Emma Carol Photography for capturing the magic of the night! Stay tuned for more highlights from our Fall Dinner! #FallDinner2024 #BillKeatingJrAward #NextGenLeaders #YouthPhilanthropy #CommunityImpact #MagnifiedGiving

?? Today is World Mental Health Day and at Magnified Giving, we’re proud to support mental wellness through the power of giving! ?? Did you know that serving others can build self-esteem, reduce anxiety and depression, prevent isolation, and increase a sense of purpose? That’s why #GivingIsGood for mental health—and why we continue to empower youth through service and philanthropy. ?? We’re also so grateful for our nonprofit partners who work tirelessly to improve mental health outcomes in our communities. Together, we’re making a difference every day! #WorldMentalHealthDay #MentalHealthMatters #YouthPhilanthropy #CommunityImpact #SelfCare #MentalWellness #GiveBack #MentalHealthSupport #CincyPhilanthropy

? At this year’s Fall Dinner, we had the honor of awarding Ella Boerger the Roger Grein Legacy Scholarship! ?? Ella, a Ft. Loramie High School grad and now thriving at the University of Toledo, was recognized for going above and beyond in her Magnified Giving journey. This $2,500 scholarship, named after our founder, celebrates students making a real impact in their communities—and Ella is a perfect example of that. ?? During her speech, Ella shared: “To me, giving is more than good. Giving brings people together, giving is fun, and giving is easy.” We couldn’t have said it better! ?? ?? Big thanks to Emma Carol Photography for capturing the magic of the night. Stay tuned, because we’ve got another amazing award recipient coming up next! ?? #FallDinner2024 #RogerGreinLegacyScholarship #YouthPhilanthropy #NextGenLeaders #CommunityImpact

??? Earlier this year, our founder Roger Grein took a once-in-a-lifetime journey to the bottom of the Grand Canyon—and now, you can experience it too! ?? ?? Don’t miss the premiere of “To the Stars,” a short documentary capturing Roger’s incredible hike, produced by Innovatory Films. You’ll also have the chance to join a Q&A with Roger and the amazing team who made this journey possible! ?? ?? Two chances to catch the premiere: ? Tuesday, October 15th at Grace Chapel Church, Mason ? Thursday, October 17th at Twin Lakes Davies Community Center, Cincinnati Check the graphic for more details, including RSVP info for the first premiere! #ToTheStars #RogerGrein #GrandCanyonAdventure #InnovatoryFilms #CommunityImpact #YouthPhilanthropy #CincyEvents

?? A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for our annual Fall Dinner, themed “Giving is Good!” ?? We were so honored to gather with supporters, participants, and community leaders for a night of inspiration and celebration! ?? Shoutout to our Keynote Speaker, Kate Schroder, President & CEO of Interact for Health, for sharing her powerful message on the many benefits of giving. ?? ?? We’re incredibly grateful for our donors and friends who help us introduce thousands of youth to the joys of giving, boosting their health, purpose, and joy—while creating a ripple effect across our community! ?? A special thank you to our amazing photographer, Emma Carol Photography, for capturing the night! ?? Stay tuned for highlights on the honorees of the 3 awards presented at the dinner. If you had your portrait taken on the patio, keep an eye on your inbox for your complimentary photo! ?? Thank you all for making it an unforgettable night! #FallDinner2024 #GivingIsGood #YouthPhilanthropy #CommunityImpact #ThankYou

?? And that’s a wrap on our 2023-2024 RGSOP Honoree Spotlights! We’re so excited to end this series with Patrick Keller from Springboro High School! ?? Through Magnified Giving, Patrick discovered that philanthropy isn’t just for billionaires—it’s something we can all be a part of, no matter our age or resources. Making a difference, his way! ?? ?? We’re so proud of all our honorees and the incredible impact they’re making. Thanks for joining us in celebrating these young changemakers. Until next time! ? #RGSOP #YouthPhilanthropy #NextGenLeaders #CommunityImpact #PhilanthropyInAction

?? Say hello to RGSOP honoree Madeline Schurrer from St. Ignatius of Loyola! ?? Through Magnified Giving, Madeline discovered her passion for advocating for others. Realizing her privileges, she’s committed to making sure those without the same resources are seen and heard. ?? We’re so inspired by her dedication to making a difference. Keep advocating, Madeline! ?? #RGSOP #YouthPhilanthropy #NextGenLeaders #CommunityImpact #PhilanthropyInAction

? Meet Keren Palaparty from Kings High School, one of our incredible RGSOP honorees! ?? As President of her community service club, Keren’s leadership skills took her on a journey of growth and understanding. ?? Working with various nonprofits, she learned that true impact isn’t just about quick fixes, it’s about making a difference that lasts! ?? Keep shining, Keren! #RGSOP #YouthPhilanthropy #NextGenLeaders #CommunityImpact #PhilanthropyInAction

?? Next up in our RGSOP Series is Julie Corbett from Mount Notre Dame! ?? Julie has found a passion for serving others through Magnified Giving, and it’s brought her so much joy knowing she’s making a real impact in her community. Her dedication to service has shaped her into an even stronger leader, and we couldn’t be prouder! ?? #CincinnatiPhilanthropy #YouthPhilanthropy #NextGenLeaders #CommunityImpact #PhilanthropyInAction