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Running a Non-Profit with Lilly Checkoff EP4
Feb 14, 2024
Join the podcast to hear Lilly Checkoff, a purpose-driven entrepreneur and philanthropist, discuss her journey with Tools for Schools nonprofit. Topics include fundraising challenges, teamwork in non-profit management, academic vs real-world experiences, and the local impact of their initiatives.
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Quick takeaways
- Tools for Schools was founded by Lilly Checkoff at age 12, raising $1,000 in the first year to distribute 100 backpacks to underprivileged children.
- Tools for Schools established strong community partnerships by offering businesses opportunities to adopt schools through donations, leveraging the mission of kids helping kids.
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Origin of Tools for Schools
Tools for Schools was founded by Lilly Chekoff at the age of 12 as a social action project linked to her Bat Mitzvah. Inspired by the high cost of school supplies for her family, Lilly raised $1,000 in the first year, leading to the distribution of 100 backpacks through local organizations. The positive reception and demand to continue the initiative fueled Lilly's dedication to the cause, which evolved over time to involve local high school students and corporate sponsorships.
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