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Teen Advisory Council Application Essay

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One of the many things that I take great pride in is my dedication to serving my community. I think it is extremely important for those who are more fortunate in life to give back to the community, and that is why I joined Teen Advisory Council (TAC). TAC, an affiliate of Youth Resources, is a youth-led group of students from different schools in the Evansville area who serve the greater Evansville youth community through various volunteer projects as well as mentoring programs, fundraising, and civic events all based on the five core values of TAC: volunteerism, integrity, excellence, diversity, and community partnership. One of the most fulfilling service events I volunteered for through TAC is the Dream Center, a place providing after school

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