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Philanthropy Work

Grade Core Philanthropies Focus Area
12 Grade
Environment

Protecting and preserving our natural world.
11 Grade
Seniors

Supporting the health and well-being of seniors.
10 Grade
Rehabilitation

Empowering recovery and promoting independence.
9 Grade
Disabilities

Creating opportunities and support for all abilities.
8 Grade
Children

Investing in the health and future of children.
7 Grade
Community

Strengthening communities and changing lives.

Member Volunteer Requirements and Core Philanthropies

MADCAPS members are required to perform a minimum of 20 hours of direct service each year, including at least 10 hours in that year’s partner philanthropies, also called core philanthropies.

The additional 10 hours may be performed with that year’s core philanthropies or with any nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization, also called non-core philanthropies. The core philanthropies are:

Additional hours beyond the annual 20-hour minimum can be performed with any nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization in order to qualify for the gold, silver, or bronze National Service Honor (NSH). MADCAPS is a certifying organization for the NSH.

Members are encouraged to nominate new partner, or core, philanthropies for approval by the Board of Directors. To do so, please email the Philanthropy Committee Chair at madcapsphilanthropyboard@gmail.com and request a core philanthropy nomination form. Nominations are considered by the Philanthropy Committee and then may be forwarded to the Board of Directors for consideration.

*9th grade receives priority registration for TRS summer camp. After 9th graders have the opportunity to sign up, volunteer dates will be opened to grades 10–12.
Annual Financial Support

MADCAPS is proud to support its partner philanthropies with generous donations as a result of our annual benefit show.