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Throughout my years of high school, I have been involved in numerous volunteer opportunities that have given me different experiences. I have done everything from sitting outside Walmart in 10 degree weather in mid December raising money for UNICEF, to laughing while playing connect four with senior citizens in local nursing homes. However, one of the most meaningful things I have done has been volunteering in my town’s VFW post. My passion for helping those at the VFW stemmed from my entrance into the National Honor Society, and since then, it has grown to be one of my favorite volunteer activities. I am currently the NHS Chairperson for the VFW dinners that occur every friday from September to May. As chairperson, my duties include coordinating

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