YHS Student Honored for Charity Work

Congratulations to Yorktown High School junior Meghan Stewart, whose dedication to helping others has been recognized by the National Charity League.

Meghan is a founding member of the NCL of Northern Westchester and currently serves as its leadership chair. She has taken part in several volunteer opportunities, including writing letters for Operation Gratitude, raising awareness for the American Heart Association, participating in food drives for the Community Center of Northern Westchester, helping prepare starter kits for My Brother Vinny, making cards for Waterview Hills nursing home, participating in the Kindness Campaign, and volunteering at local booths for Draws for Paws.

She earned the following awards from the National Charity League:

• The Mother-Daughter Award, which is given to mothers and daughters who have completed over 50 hours of philanthropic service together.

• The Merci Award, which is given to members who have completed over 25 hours of philanthropic service (Meghan logged over 40 hours through the National Charity League).

• The Modelette Award, which is given to the member who best models the community service, leadership development, and cultural experiences pillars of the NCL mission.

Meghan, who has logged over 350 hours of community service with Yorktown High School since ninth grade, explained why philanthropy is such an important part of her life: “I find that it is very important to give back to the community and help those that are in need. Doing good for others is what I care about and reflects the values that are important to me.”