Meet Madison, North York General Hospital’s littlest philanthropist! At just three years old, Madison laced up her sneakers for this year’s Rally in the Ravine Kids Fun Run, rallying not only her own excitement but also her four closest friends to join her in the cause.
Meet Madison, North York General Hospital’s littlest philanthropist! At just three years old, Madison laced up her sneakers for this year’s Rally in the Ravine Kids Fun Run, rallying not only her own excitement but also her four closest friends to join her in the cause.
Altogether, Madison raised an incredible $1,300 to support NYGH, a feat that left everyone inspired.
But perhaps the most remarkable part of Madison’s story is the journey she’s taken since earning her medal. She wears it proudly everywhere — around the house, to a baby shower and even to school — where she shyly but proudly shared with her classmates the importance of raising money for good causes. And she’s continuing her mission, asking for her pals to make donations to NYGH this year in lieu of birthday gifts!
In the following interview – conducted in honour of National Philanthropy Day – Madison (with a little help from Mom) gives us a glimpse into the heart of a young philanthropist who, medal around her neck, is already learning the value of giving back.
I felt proud when I received my medal after running Rally in the Ravine.
I wore my medal to school on Monday after Rally in the Ravine. I got to share what my medal represents and that I had earned it when I raised money for North York General Hospital and ran in Rally in the Ravine. Our class then had a discussion about the importance of raising money for causes like NYGH.
I called my grandparents on Facetime to ask them for a donation and then I asked my friends to donate to my fundraising page and to join my team.
I think it’s important to find a cause that you care about and then find a way to give back. It’s lots of fun!
Rocky is cute and represents the hospital that took care of me when I was sick this summer.
Yes! I will do it again next year! NYGH is my main cause that I’m going to support and I asked my friends to make a donation in lieu of birthday gifts for my birthday this year.
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