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!
A Look at Our 2023-2024 Youth Philanthropy Program
At Magnified Giving, our Youth Philanthropy Program is in full swing for the 2023-2024 academic year. With over 130 participating programs, we're excited to empower and inspire a new generation of philanthropists!
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!
Creating Lasting Impact through the 2022-2023 Youth Philanthropy Program
Magnified Giving proudly celebrates its impactful achievements for the 2022-2023 school year. Check out this recap of the year, with examples of the experiences of a few of the 4,562 youth educated in philanthropy this year.
2022-2023 Participating Programs and Grant Recipients
During the 2022-2023 school year, participants in Magnified Giving’s Youth Philanthropy Programs selected 127 nonprofits to receive 175 grants totaling $185,989.07 to meet needs in their communities. Check out the list of participating programs and the nonprofit grant recipients selected by our community’s youth!
Magnified Giving Participants Provide Vital Support to New Nonprofits
This year, Magnified Giving participants extended their support to 127 unique nonprofits, including at least 6 new nonprofits (established since 2020). These new, burgeoning organizations need crucial resources and have found a valuable ally in the enthusiastic and compassionate youth involved in Magnified Giving!
Magnified Giving Announces Recipients of Roger Grein Spirit of Philanthropy Recognition
Magnified Giving is pleased to announce the recipients of Roger Grein Spirit of Philanthropy recognition for the 2022-2023 school year! Congratulations to these inspiring young philanthropists!
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?
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.
2022-2023 Roger Grein Spirit Of Philanthropy Recognition
Information about 2022 Roger Grein Spirit of Philanthropy Recognition, a scholarship & recognition opportunity for youth participating in the Magnified Giving program!
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!
Participant Survey Results for 2021-2022 Program Year
To reflect on the 2021-2022 school year and the impact of our program, we invited participants of our 122 Youth Philanthropy Programs to complete a survey about their experience. We are excited to share the results!
2021-2022 Participating Programs and Grant Recipients
We’re happy to share the list of schools, agencies, or groups who completed the Magnified Giving program during the 2021-2022 school year along with the nonprofits they selected as grant recipients. Congratulations to these amazing nonprofits, who will use the funds they received from youth to meet needs, solve problems, and directly serve our neighbors and community members!
Making Waves In The Community And In The Pool - The Ripple Effect Of Your Gifts!
Our name, Magnified Giving, comes from the vision that those gifts that we receive from donors ultimately flow to community nonprofits, but the gift is magnified because we engage students in the grant-making process. Check out this sunny example of the gifts “flowing” to meet needs in our community!
Recognizing Our 2020-2021 Participating Schools and Grant Recipients
We’re happy to share the list of schools, agencies, or groups who completed the Magnified Giving program during the 2020-2021 school year along with the nonprofits they selected as grant recipients. Congratulations to these amazing nonprofits, who will use the funds they received from students to meet needs, solve problems, and directly serve our neighbors and community members!