Gowan Science Academy awarded philanthropy money and award
YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA) - The Arizona Community Foundation awarded the Gowan Science Academy with the Outstanding Youth in Philanthropy Award.
The school was recognized with a plaque and a $500 check.
Throughout the years the academy has done food drives, and raised money for a variety of local charities.
Two members of the student council share why it’s important to give back.
"Us as kids, and the kids in student council, we're going to be the leaders in the real world, so helping us learn," said student council member Taylor Tew.
"This is very important because once we grow, we can be a principal or something that can help others," says Sophia Delgadillo, another council member.
The students and the staff say they will continue to help out the local community, hoping to lead by example.
