'He's an extraordinary leader and changemaker,': Needham Hero

NEEDHAM, MA — When times are tough, heroes emerge. We all know someone who's making a difference right now as we live through unprecedented and changing times.

Here at Patch, we've launched an initiative to help recognize these heroes making a difference in their communities. Together with Ring, we’re working to let all your neighbors know about these outstanding people and their stories.

This submission comes from Joy Olaes Surprenant who nominated her son, Maxwell Surprenant. Maxwell is 16-years-old,d he started a nonprofit that promotes volunteerism and acts of kindness. His nonprofit, called Catching Joy, starts with kids and teens and gets them involved with volunteer work.

"Max is passionate about writing, service, and youth activism," said Surprenant, "He's an extraordinary leader and changemaker – he uses all his gifts and talents to help others."

Thank you for all you do, Maxwell Surprenant!

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