Meet Alexis, a senior at East Aurora High School. This is his first year in YEP. “I always wanted to have the opportunity to give back in any sort of way. Whether that was volunteering or donating, but I didn’t want to do this by myself. That’s when my school recommended YEP, a program with amazing members that share the same values as me and want to make the world a better place together. It’s important for me to make a difference in the community because the community has been part of my childhood, so I feel a sense of responsibility to make sure my community is doing better and is at its best! Having younger siblings who see me as their role model and having the opportunity to help and guide other youth makes me understand that I can set an example for future generations on the importance of helping in our community and how to do it.
A community foundation is a donor-driven organization that helps donors custom-design funds that reflect their charitable interests. Through the years, grants from these funds have made a significant impact on our local communities.
Sharon Stredde
President Emeritus
We chose the Community Foundation because of its reputation. It’s well known, established and we can trust them to do the job for us.
Dick Schindel
Richard and Susan Schindel Scholarship Funds
Thank you very much for supporting my college education for these four years. I will never be able to repay you for the opportunity that this scholarship has given to me.
Julia H.
[Renewing Scholarship Recipient] Graduate of Hinkley-Big Rock High School
As a first-generation college student from a low-income family, I was worried about how I was going to pay for books and supplies. This scholarship will allow me to focus more on my studies instead of worrying about how to afford college. I am working to not only create opportunities for myself but to motivate future generations. Thank you so much for helping me along this journey!
Moises J.
Claude & Alice Allen Memorial Scholarship Recipient
There’s no question in my mind that the scholarship I received opened up possibilities.
Marianne Renner
Past Scholarship Recipient & Current Leadership Coach
…you can always start small, even $25 can make a difference. Remember we can’t take our money with us. Even if it’s just your gift of time. Volunteer and get involved.
Cris Anderson
Cristina & Thomas S. Anderson Endowment Fund | Tom & Cris Anderson Colonial Advisory Fund
