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Lilly's Hands Inspiring Hope Project

Founded by recipients of the Josephine Lilly Wolf Memorial Scholarship Foundation, the Lilly's Hands Inspiring Hope Project aims to raise awareness around the scholarship's many benefits while assisting in building a stronger community for the students at the Mannings School.

Writing an Essay

Short Story Competition

Date: February 5th to April 5th
Theme: Creating Your Legacy

Instructions:

Josephine's story has been described as a tragedy that forged the path for a new legacy. This legacy is an embodiment of the goals and hopes Josephine had for her future. Write a short story of no more than 2500 words illustrating how people can persevere amidst life's challenges and ultimately create meaningful legacies.

Guidelines

  • Original short stories only

  • Open to all Manning's students

  • One entry per student

Prizes

  • First Place - $60,000 JMD

  • Second Place - $40,000 JMD

  • Third Place - $20,000 JMD

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Get Ready to Inspire With Your Legacy

Please submit your story by filling out the form and uploading a copy of your story here.

Thank you for all your submissions. We will be reviewing all the stories and announcing winners shortly.

Kids Reading Outdoor

Book & Tag Drive

Date: February 5th to April 5th

Help us encourage reading through accessibility and improve literacy amongst children and youths in underprivileged communities.

How You Can Help

Contribute books and financial support.

Donate

Donations will be accepted at The Manning's School

Contact Organizers

Saveenia Kelly

saveeniakelly@gmail.com

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Shanique Sommerville

shaniquesommerville@yahoo.com

Piles of Books

 Your Contribution Matters!

All donations go back to the community. Let's make a difference together!

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