'Strategic Volunteerism' Helps Teens Learn the Value of Giving Back

credit: Flickr photo by Rob Brooks

Teen Philanthropy Initiative in Naperville is now in its second year, after launching during the 2023-24 school year.

KidsMatter has received the Naperville Chamber of Commerce 2014 NFP of the Year Award, 2015 AT&T Investing in Illinois Award and Illinois Principals Association 2016 Building School Community Bridges Award for its work helping young people build developmental assets.

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