The Leonidas Foundation Appoints James Ebert as President and Kara Grifonetti as Treasurer

Honoring Leo’s Legacy and Advancing the Mission of Empowering Young Leaders

November 1, 2024 — The Leonidas Foundation is thrilled to announce that, in collaboration with the Board of Trustees, James Ebert has been appointed as the foundation’s President, and Kara Grifonetti as Treasurer. Both James and Kara bring extensive experience and commitment, having served the organization for 8 years as dedicated volunteers. James has held the role of Director of Technology for 6 years and recently served as Vice President. Kara has contributed as Secretary, consistently providing invaluable support to our mission and community.

James expressed his excitement, stating, “Leo’s legacy continues to inspire every step we take at the foundation. It’s an honor to be entrusted with this role and to have the chance to further amplify the impact of our programs. Together with Kara and the incredible team at the Leonidas Foundation, I’m looking forward to expanding our efforts in creating more opportunities for young leaders.”

Kara shared, “I feel so fortunate to continue working alongside James and our amazing team to honor Leo’s vision of helping students realize their potential. Becoming Treasurer is a meaningful step for me, and I’m excited to support our foundation’s growth and sustainability.”

With its mission rooted in Leadership, Entrepreneurship, and Opportunity (L.E.O.), the Leonidas Foundation continues to provide invaluable experiences and resources to high school students. The foundation, inspired by Leo’s passion for uplifting others and helping the underdog, is committed to shaping future leaders who embody compassion, resilience, and excellence.

For more information on the foundation’s mission and programs, please visit leouniteus.org

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Leonidas Foundation
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