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"Each of these winners demonstrates that today's youth are not willing to wait to inherit the problem of hunger that has plagued generations of Americans. They're rolling up their sleeves, founding non-profit organizations, volunteering their time, ideas and energy, and mobilizing their generation," said Stephen J. Brady, president of the Sodexo Foundation. "These exceptional young leaders are setting a magnificent example for others on how to apply their creativity and passion to making a difference."
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The five national STOP Hunger Scholars who were selected from more than 9,100 applicants are:
In addition, 19 Regional Honorees will each receive a $1,000 grant in their name to support the hunger-related charity of their choice. Go to the Sodexo Foundation website www.SodexoFoundation.org for the full list of honorees.
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-- Melissa Monette, 18, of Mililani, Hawaii, founder and president of A Harvest for Many, a non-profit organization, has led efforts to harvest and distribute 32,000 pounds of food, helping 295 feeding programs and reaching 133,000 individuals. Monette solicits homeowners statewide to donate surplus fruits and vegetables; and encourages canned food drives with farms, churches, supermarkets and community service clubs in schools. On a monthly basis, Monette combines aerobic dance classes with vegetarian meals, including dietitian-led presentations on the dietary needs for all age groups.
SOURCE Sodexo Foundation
