Youth in Philanthropy Award


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The Cypress Ranch Key Club of Cypress Ranch High School was more than pleased to share that it has won the Youth in Philanthropy Award, honorable mention and a $1,000 cash award in the Association of Fundraising Professional's competition.

The key club won the award due to its fundraising efforts and volunteerism during the three and half years that it has been in existence.

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