Joplin Students donate more than $10,000 to local non-profit

JOPLIN, Mo. – Student members with the Joplin High School Philanthropic Society today presented a $10,910.30 check to FosterAdopt Connect Joplin.

To raise funds, JHS Philanthropic Society students worked on several fundraising projects next year.

The student-led club was formed last year in conjunction with the Joplin Regional Community Foundation’s Philanthropic Society.

“FosterAdopt Connect gets us in touch with kids, maybe even some kids here at the high school, that we can help,” said club member Maddie Wilson. “It’s important knowing we’re able to help students in this area and make a difference for them.”

High School principal Dr. Stephen Gilbreth noted his pride in the student’s ability and commitment to improving their community.

“The students’ efforts have been very successful in making a difference in the lives of children in Joplin,” Dr. Gilbreth said.

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