Junior Awarded the 2025 William R. Simms Award

Javi Swinarski '26 has been named a recipient of the 2025 William R. Simms Award for Outstanding Youth in Philanthropy by the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP).

 

This national award recognizes service by individuals between 10 and 18 years old who demonstrate exceptional commitment to their community through philanthropy by raising financial support, developing charitable programs, volunteering and/or showing leadership in philanthropy.

 

Javi was selected earlier this fall for the AFP Cleveland Youth in Philanthropy Award. Javi and his family traveled to Seattle for the awards presentation on April 29. 

 

What a fitting honor for so many years of tireless dedication on behalf of the homeless!