Our News & Impact Stories
Summit Country Day Students Take Action Against Human Trafficking
Magnified Giving is thrilled to showcase the achievements of Summit Country Day Upper School's Youth Philanthropy Program, a shining example of the transformative power of education and empathy. This spring, 89 students started on a philanthropy journey that not only broadened their horizons but also empowered them to become forces for positive change.
Reading High School's Impactful Giving Journey
At Magnified Giving, we believe in the transformative power of youth philanthropy, where young minds have the agency to effect real change in causes close to their hearts. Our recent virtual giving ceremony with Reading High School stands as a testament to this, where students seized the opportunity to grant funds to nonprofits that resonate with their experiences and aspirations.
Empowering Youth Voices at Princeton Innovation Center
At Princeton Innovation Center, a meaningful moment unfolded during the fall semester Grant Giving Ceremony for Princeton students participating in the Magnified Giving Youth Philanthropy Program. An eleventh-grade student, Karen, joined her teacher, Ms. Deanna Pinkney, to present a $1,500 grant to Active Woodlawn Community Inc. Karen was empowered to use her voice and share about the importance of the mission of this nonprofit selected by herself and her classmates.
Ft. Loramie Students Make an Impact at Elizabeth New Life Center
In the small town of Fort Loramie, where community values run deep, 42 students from Fort Loramie High School embarked on a journey with Magnified Giving in their Leadership class. Learn how they made a meaningful impact on a local nonprofit!
Empowering Change at Kings High School: A Journey of Community Impact and Growth
In the 2022-2023 school year, 24 students from Kings High School embraced the philanthropic journey. Through open group discussions, they identified social cause categories close to their hearts. Read on to learn who their discussions led them to select as grant recipients for their Magnified Giving funds!
Bishop Fenwick High School Students Learn Valuable Skills While Making a Difference
117 seniors at Bishop Fenwick High School engaged in an empowering process to select a nonprofit to receive a $1,500 grant entrusted to them by Magnified Giving. Along the way, they completed an incredible 2,000 hours of service and practiced a wide variety of life skills!
The Power of Student Advocacy: Elder High School's Impactful Philanthropy Program
25 students at Elder High School grew in their leadership and advocacy skills this year while participating in Magnified Giving, and they felt compelled to grant their funds to a fellow “Cincinnati kid.” Can you guess what foundation they supported?
Philanthropy Education Aids Rehabilitation for Residents at Mary Haven Youth Center
At Magnified Giving, we’re expanding opportunities for at-risk youth to experience the benefits of philanthropy education. We’re delighted by the results of our first year partnering with Mary Haven Youth Center to engage their residents in the process of research, grant-making, and service!
Budding Philanthropists at Badin HS Educate Peers on Important Causes and Grant $1,500 to Local Charities
During their first semester this school year, 48 Badin High School students committed to train as philanthropists! Training as philanthropists may look different than training for sports, rehearsing for musical performances, or practicing for academic competitions, but it still requires time and dedication. Through their participation in Magnified Giving Club, which meets these students brought their all.
Turpin Students Set Off a Ripple Effect with Gift to Local Foundation Honoring a Classmate’s Legacy
Students at Turpin High School used their time, talent, and treasure to honor the legacy of a classmate, and a touching ripple effect resulted from their efforts!
Young Philanthropists at Immaculate Heart of Mary Grant Over $4,000 to Ken Anderson Alliance
8th Graders at Immaculate Heart of Mary (IHM) School are proving to us all that anyone, at any age, can be a philanthropist. Through their involvement in the Magnified Giving program, Mrs. Tina Ramundo’s 8th grade class learned how to give their time, talent, and treasure, and then engaged in a hands-on fundraising and grant-making process to support their chosen nonprofit, the Ken Anderson Alliance.
Students At Catholic Central High School Spend Their Winter Term Immersed In Service
During their winter term at Catholic Central High School, 8 dedicated 11th and 12th graders devoted themselves to serving others. These students enrolled in an intensive Service Ministry and Magnified Giving course, where they visited and volunteered at 9 different community nonprofits!
Youth At Down Syndrome Association Have Powerful Experience Through Magnified Giving
For the first time this year, we were delighted to host a Magnified Giving program with students involved in programming at Down Syndrome Association of Greater Cincinnati. Recently, the students completed the program and held presentations to give away their $1,000 grant, and smiles were on the faces of all who attended!
Local Nonprofit Receives Four Grants AND Facilitates Magnified Giving With Their Own Program Participants
One local nonprofit had a special opportunity this year - their clients both gave and received Magnified Giving grant funds! At Magnified Giving, we hope to teach philanthropy to all students in our region, especially high-risk students, who have so much to gain from the empowering benefits of giving and serving. This year, we reached more high-risk students than ever through our Extension Programs, or programs hosted outside of a traditional classroom or club environment.
MG Alumna a Catalyst For New Youth Philanthropy Program
As a high school student at Mount Notre Dame High School, Annie Grimm participated in Youth Philanthropy Council (YPC), a club where students work together