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In grade school, Greg participated in a charity read-a-thon -- sparking a lifelong interest in volunteering. In college, he served as Student Chairman of Community Service. At 24, he founded The Brunch Bunch Mentoring Program. He coordinated & attended the weekly outings for 243 consecutive weeks. More than 700 students & adults participated in the program. At 25, he launched The 11-10-02 Foundation. The volunteer-run organization has funded grants & scholarships in all 50 states. His other civic efforts have revolved around issues like dogs, seniors, learning differences & literacy. For his civic efforts, he was named a Daily Point of Light and has received honors like Jefferson Award for Public Service. He has been featured by media like Volunteer Leadership and Good Morning America. ​SCROLL DOWN 

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​The books, workbooks & posters based on Greg's story have been used by schools (K-12, college & graduate). They also have been used by local nonprofits & certain chapters of national nonprofits -- getting copies for Board members, staff members, volunteers, donors &/or students. During the pandemic, Greg has collaborated on activities related to the books with many civic-minded organizations & nonprofits around the nation. SCROLL DOWN

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He has spoken about volunteerism at corporate events and conferences (e.g. National Service-Learning Conference). He has also participated in events focused on civic engagement (e.g. Service Day) for schools (K-12, college, graduate). In some instances, he has been one of multiple speakers. For example, at a day long event for students & parents, Greg & Nobel Peace Prize honoree Elie Wiesel were the two guest speakers. At a (nonpartisan) dinner recognizing people for service & volunteerism at a hospital -- Michelle Obama and Greg were guest speakers. The organizers also ordered the books for all of the attendees as take-home gifts. 

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To read about what Greg has been doing as a volunteer during the pandemic, click here.  

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