January 11, 2018
Mounds Park Academy Upper School students Ben Yoch and Ian Beauchane are using the local Super Bowl and Vikings hype to make a difference in the community. The two are currently participating in the NFL Super Kids-Super Sharing project, partnering with the NFL and Vikings to help underfunded schools and they need your help.
“Knowing that some kids won’t be able to pursue their passions because they don’t have the proper equipment is heartbreaking to us,” Ben said. “We know that we cannot help every kid, but if we can help even a few kids’ dreams happen, it will all be worth it.”
This program takes place in Super Bowl host cities, collecting hundreds of thousands of books and pieces of sports equipment along the way. Ben and Ian are collecting donations of books, sports equipment, school supplies, and games from the MPA community to give low-income schools and other organizations that benefit local children in need. Cell phones can also be donated, as a resource for STEM education in underprivileged classrooms. Their drive ends January 18, so there is still time left to donate items to help Ben and Ian make a difference! Please bring the items to the Upper School office. Thank you!
