MBHS seniors receive President’s Volunteer Service Award

Anna Matthews and Charlie Steinmetz, seniors at Mountain Brook High School, have been honored for their exemplary volunteer service with the President’s Volunteer Service Award.  

Matthews is active with the Mountain Brook High School Key Club and volunteered more than 250 hours at Camp UCP (United Cerebral Palsy) helping others with cerebral palsy, autism, Down Syndrome and physical disabilities. She attended field trips, participated in activities and assisted the teachers as needed. Most of all, she was a true friend to all of these individuals with special needs. 

Steinmetz developed a passion for volunteer work and community service at a young age. He is being recognized for his years of service to the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life, Interact Club at Mountain Brook High School, Habitat for Humanity, Birmingham soup kitchens, Bnai Brith Youth Organizations and other nonprofit organizations.

The award, which recognizes Americans of all ages who have volunteered significant amounts of their time to serve their community and their country, was granted by The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards program on behalf of President Barack Obama.

“The recipients of this award demonstrate that young people across America are making remarkable contributions to the health and vitality of their communities,” said John Strangfield, chairman and CEO of Prudential Financial. “By recognizing these students and placing a spotlight on their volunteer activities, we hope to motivate others to consider how they can also contribute to their community.”