Wow… Main Street Philanthropy is actually over. Looking back on the past ten weeks, it is so incredible to see how much we have learned and how much of a difference we made in our community. Never did I think that I, as a high school student, would be donating money to organizations of MY choice and experiencing all that I have within these ten amazing weeks.
It has been such an honor working alongside my fellow MSP’ers- I don’t think any of us could have gotten through the program without each other. I am so grateful that I chose to be in Main Street Philanthropy. What an AWESOME program!
Today’s graduation was very nice, and it made me very proud to know that I made a difference. My public speaking skills have just been improving day by day; I talked on stage without feeling any nerves! The fact that I have grown so much through this program is just unbelievable. I feel that I can tackle anything with the skills I have learned and developed- again thank you Yale.
I think I speak for everyone when I say that Barbara truly touched our hearts. Her story was so moving and her message was so profound that I found myself somewhat in awe of her. She is such a wonderful person, and I hope that one day I can make a difference like she has.
Overall, today was just another amazing experience in my collection of amazing experiences through Main Street. It’s been such an indescribable journey, but one that I plan to continue living out in my daily life. Thank you again and congratulations my fellow MSP grads!!! 🙂