Ignite My Future Scholarship Winners 2026
Malorie Oster | The Hawken School
Volunteering was always a choice for Malorie – and she never would have expected where the journey would take her. As a tutor through the Chagrin Falls Park Community Center, Malorie was a beacon for three young students with a variety of experiences. From overcoming frustrations with math, to standing as a positive mentor and source of safety and encouragement, to being an educational companion, Malorie honed her approach to tutoring to meet the needs of her mentees. And when the facilities themselves needed support, Malorie took it upon herself to attain grant funding for the Community Center and revitalize the experience for all students.
Matthew Buga | Wellington High School
For Matthew, volunteering is about making an impact. His work through Wellington United Methodist Church’s Youth Group took him from Washinton D.C. to the site of hurricane devastation in North Carolina. Delivering meals, clearing debris, and building ramps made accessibility the focus of these projects. He promotes health, confidence, and personal safety as a volunteer facilitator through Tiger Martial Arts Academy, leveraging nearly a decade of Taekwondo experience to guide children and adults. Matthew is proof of the striking changes that occur when you make service a life priority.
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