Leadership

Citizenship

Sportsmanship

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Our mission is to celebrate and nurture youth leaders by helping them develop a deep sense of self and responsibility for improving their communities.

IMPACT

Serving the community during the 2024-25 program year

service hours to date in the 2024-25 program year
community partners to date in the 2023-24 program year

PARTNERS

During the 2023-24 program year, the JWLA volunteered 950 hours and partnered with the following community organizations:

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NEWS

The JWF in the news!

Check out these recent news articles featuring the Justin Wynn Fund! Evanston RoundTable, September 12, 2024Volunteers make the difference with monthly Evanston Produce Mobile Evanston RoundTable, May 20, 2024: Festive and communal: Crowds turn out for District 65 art exhibit The Evanstonian, May 2, 2024: Justin Wynn Leadership Academy: ‘A legacy to protect’ Evanston RoundTable, November 20, 2023: Justin Wynn Leadership Academy held annual Food Drive on Nov. 13 Evanston RoundTable, June 28, 2021: Justin Wynn Fund: Out of Grief Comes Community Service  
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2024 Marcia Wynn Award

Wynner parents Todd Cherkasky and Joe McQuade received the Marcia Wynn Award at our Family/Board Fall Kickoff held on Sept. 26, 2024. The Marcia Wynn Award honors parents in recognition of their extraordinary service to the JWF community.

Todd has served on the board for 5 years, and has helped out with the Red Tie and Awards Ceremony, and now is serving on the Family Engagement Committee. He has many times spoken to the parents of new Wynners about his appreciation for and dedication to the Justin Wynn Fund.

Joe has served on the board for 5 years, has helped out with the 3-on-3 every year, and has served on the Marketing Committee and now the Resource Development Committee. His thoughtful and helpful approach are most appreciated.

Wynners Micah Cherkasky and Anna McQuade presented their fathers with the 2024 Marcia Wynn Award on behalf of the Justin Wynn Board of Directors. Congratulations Todd and Joe!

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2024 Catherine McKnight Scholarship recipients

The Wynn family selected ETHS seniors Kayla Rodriguez and Joseph Williams Salgado as the 2024 Catherine McKnight Scholarship recipients. 

Kayla plans to attend Grand Canyon University and major in nursing. Joseph will attend the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign with a major in film and media studies.

Congratulations and best wishes to Kayla and Joseph!

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2023 Marcia Wynn Award

Wynner parent John Kayaian received the Marcia Wynn Award at our Parent/Board Gathering held on Sept. 28, 2023. The Marcia Wynn Award honors parents who have been consistent supporters of the Justin Wynn Fund.

John has been a dedicated supporter of the Justin Wynn Fund since his son Theo received the Justin Wynn Award. He has served on the JWF Board of Directors since 2017, including as Vice President for four years. John has been instrumental in planning the Red Tie Soirée each year, and has planned and hosted our annual Parent Mixers.

Wynner Theo Kayaian presented his father with the 2023 Marcia Wynn Award on behalf of the Justin Wynn Board of Directors. Congratulations John!

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2023 Catherine McKnight Scholarship recipient

The Wynn family selected ETHS senior Maria Martinez as the 2023 Catherine McKnight Scholarship recipient.  Maria plans on attending Northern Illinois University.  The Catherine McKnight Scholarship was presented to Maria at the Senior Scholarship Night held on May 10th.

Congratulations and best wishes to Maria!

 

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2022 Marcia Wynn Award Recipients

The Justin Wynn Fund Board of Directors presented the Marcia Wynn Award to the Max Shure and Tracey Denlow.   Max and Tracey have been dedicated supporters of the Justin Wynn Fund for many years.   Max and Tracey were honored at the Parent/Board Gathering held on Sept. 12, 2022.

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