ServeOhio, Ohio’s commission on service and volunteensm, in partnership with InnerView Technologies, recently recognized 2,918 high school students with the Community Impact volunteer award.
The award honors high school students in grades 9 to 12 at any public or private school in Ohio who serve 20 hours in four or more service activities in the last year.
Recipients receive a certificate and letter of appreciation. This year’s honorees included students from 71 schools, including Perry sburg High School.
Ohio high school volunteers cumulatively volunteered more than 200,000 hours, an economic value of more than $6.3 million.
“Youth voices, engagement, and insight are crucial ingredients for Ohio’s prosperous future,” said ServeOhio Executive Director William Hall. “We are honored to celebrate outstanding youth who reach beyond themselves to help their neighbors and communities transforming themselves and others-which shapes who we are and who we will become as a state.”
“High school students have a strong perspective on the most challenging issues and needs facing our communities. These awardees exemplify young leadership, harnessing their passion and skills to enact positive change in their communities and beyond,” says Kristine Sturgeon, CEO of InnerView Technologies. “We feel privileged to work alongside these students daily, supporting their journey, unlocking opportunities, and commemorating their achievements.”
