Tidbits of Change Foundation Honors Three Young Canadians for Community Impact Projects

The Tidbits of Change Foundation has announced the recipients of its 2024 awards, honoring three young Canadians for their remarkable achievements in collaboration with mentors or parents. Felix Townsend from Esquimalt, B.C., received the 2024 Tidbits of Change Award for his project 'One Million Acts of Love.' Following the loss of his younger sister to Blau syndrome, Felix and his parents initiated the Lexi's Legacy project to advance research into the rare disease. Greg Scott, co-founder of the Foundation, praised Felix's efforts, noting that the project is 'spreading across the world' and serves as an inspiration to others.

Kayla Dixon, a first-year student at the University of Alberta, was awarded the Youth Inspiration Bursary Award presented by HEAD/Tyrolia. Kayla's initiative focused on designing and building special equipment for adaptive athletes in waterski and wakeboard sports. Working alongside her father and grandfather, Kayla's efforts have significantly improved accessibility for adaptive athletes in competitive water sports in the B.C. Interior. The third recipient, Cassie McNutt from Kamloops, received a Youth Inspiration Bursary Award presented by Kal Tire. Cassie's project addressed the need for warm clothing for less fortunate individuals in her city. What began as a clothing drive in conjunction with a Christmas light display has evolved into an annual Charity Drive that has made a substantial impact on her community.

Hali ScottSmith, co-founder of the Tidbits of Change Foundation, emphasized the difficulty in selecting the winners from numerous inspiring stories. The foundation's goal is to recognize and support Canadian youth who collaborate with mentors or parents on projects that benefit their communities and inspire others. These awards highlight the importance of intergenerational collaboration and community engagement. By recognizing these young innovators, the Tidbits of Change Foundation aims to create a ripple effect, encouraging more youth to initiate passion projects that address societal needs.

The impact of these initiatives extends beyond the immediate communities they serve. They demonstrate the potential of youth-led projects to effect meaningful change and inspire others to take action. Moreover, these collaborations strengthen family and mentor relationships, fostering a sense of shared purpose and achievement. The recognition of these young Canadians serves as a reminder of the untapped potential within youth to address societal challenges creatively. It also underscores the value of mentorship and parental support in nurturing young people's ideas and helping them bring their visions to fruition.

As the foundation prepares to open applications for the 2025 bursaries on December 15th, it encourages Canadians to nominate deserving youth for future awards. This ongoing initiative promises to continue highlighting inspiring stories of youth engagement and community impact across Canada. The Tidbits of Change Foundation's awards program not only provides financial support for the recipients' education but also amplifies their stories, potentially inspiring countless others to initiate their own community projects. This approach creates a cycle of positive change, with each recognized project potentially sparking numerous others. For more information about the foundation and its initiatives, visit https://www.tidbitsofchange.org.