OC Teens Win 'Call For Kindness' Grant

IRVINE, CA — Two Irvine teens are among just 40 young people nationwide being recognized for their leadership and commitment to kindness, empathy and inclusivity. The Riley's Way Foundation recently announced its "Call for Kindness" winners, providing grants of up to $3,000 to support community programs for each.

"The Call for Kindness inspires and draws in exceptionally gifted young leaders who are driven by a deep passion to make the world a better place," said Ian Sandler, the organization's co-founder. "These remarkable young leaders hold the key to tackling the world's most pressing issues, and by investing in them, we can help turn their ideas into reality."

The foundation says Call for Kindness projects help craft a blueprint for community improvement, and the 40 winning projects were selected out of a field of hundreds. Top themes this year included food insecurity, healthcare advocacy, volunteerism and entrepreneurial skills.

In Irvine, Riley's Way recognized Clara Choi, 15, and Piper Rovsek, 16, for their Wired 4 Dance program, which offers "adaptive, inclusive, and therapeutic" dance classes to local youth with disabilities.

>> Learn more about the Call for Kindness online.