Category Archives: Postcards

In my search of “home”, through YiP, I would learn one of the greatest lessons in my 22 short years: philanthropy should be at the centre of our lives. Continue reading →

I realized that, we can insulate ourselves from the problems of the world that very plainly lay themselves out in our backyards, but in doing so, we become less human every day. Continue reading →

The first step to where I am now happened back in grade ten when I was introduced to YiP and the impact of the program has been incredibly important to me.
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As a former Yipper, it is very exciting to be able to look back and see how much the Youth in Philanthropy (YiP) program has impacted my views, my future, and my willingness to see beyond poverty and lack, but instead see how important it is for us as a society to support each other. Continue reading →

“YIP was one of the experiences that shaped my activism and helped give me confidence in my impact as a global citizen. It was a rewarding way to give back to my community and learn more about the challenges it faces. YIP made me feel like my volunteerism could make a difference and could motivate others to do the same.”
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I cannot believe it has been over eight years since I was first introduced to Youth in Philanthropy (YiP).   I will never forget how excited I was at my first meeting.  I knew immediately that it was something I would … Continue reading →

As I’ve discovered over the last several years, Philanthropy is really a way of life; a worldview. It is something that brings people together, uniting those who live worlds apart either through location or circumstance.

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