As an equestrian, Ava focused her service project on the Albany Therapeutic Riding Center which “strives to provide, promote, and encourage the benefits of equine facilitated therapeutics and activities by teaching horsemanship to individuals across multiple populations.” Ava coordinated three events at the barn for children who reside at St. Catherine’s. To raise awareness of…
As a volunteer at the food pantry Cheryl stocked shelves and helped distribute food on client days. In the thrift store she sorted donated clothes and helped with basic cleaning and maintenance. She also assisted families with finding their specific needs. Cheryl raised awareness about poverty and the programs offered at Blessed Sacrament by creating…
Sidewalk Warriors offer meals, essential supplies, and a sense of community to anyone in need, and particularly the unhoused. They set up each week on the sidewalk at the corner of 5th and State Streets in Troy, NY…come rain or shine. Chloe and Ella cooked 180 meals and passed them out during a Sidewalk Warrior…
“The American College of Surgeons’ Stop the Bleed Program empowers you to go from bystander to lifesaver.” This program offers bleeding control training and “empowers anyone to save a life by learning 3 basic actions to control severe bleeding in an injured person.” Molly and Ashley coordinated with the Surgery Department at Albany Medical Center…
Mary assisted with St. Pius’ “Wine & Dine for the Dominican Republic” event held at the church’s parish hall. The event supported the work of NPH USA, an organization that helps provide care, education, and support for vulnerable children, including those living at Casa Santa Ana Orphanage. Mary helped with the planning process, working with…
The mission of 15-Love is “to reach out to youth in the Capital Region in a loving and caring way, using tennis as a means of connection—especially for those in inner-city communities.” Meara, a passionate tennis player, was drawn to the organization because it uses the sport to build relationships, support families, and strengthen communities.…
The purpose of Ella and Alysia’s project was twofold: 1) To raise awareness of breast health and the symptoms & signs of breast cancer, and 2) To fundraise for the Foundation. They created a pink environment throughout the school to honor Breast Cancer awareness month in October. They raised awareness by creating a bulletin board,…
Congratulations to junior Maeve O’Brien who was honored by Sen. Patricia Fahy at this year’s New York State Senate Youth Leadership Recognition Awards on Friday. The program awards outstanding students who excel academically and through leadership in extracurricular and volunteer activities. Maeve, accompanied to the event by Principal Taranto, was nominated for her leadership in…
Cassie and Addison coordinated a team from AHN to participate in the annual Walk to End Alzheimer’s at Siena College. The purpose of the Walk was to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and research. They organized several school-wide events, as well, including bake sales, posters, announcements, tee shirt decorating, and a dress-down…
Congratulations to Ella Schoenborn ’26, honored with the “Why I Care” Award from Broadview Federal Credit Union. Broadview’s most prestigious honor, the award is presented quarterly to one employee and one member for their community service activities, non-profit involvement, and how they are inspiring others to join in. With the award came a $1000 donation…