Ethan Bencivengo
Madison,CT
Summary
I am a driven, community-oriented leader with a sustained commitment to educational equity and civic engagement, demonstrated through leadership roles across multiple student-led and nonprofit initiatives. Through organizing large-scale outreach efforts and fundraising campaigns, I have helped expand access to educational resources, strengthen partnerships, and mobilize communities to close opportunity gaps. Alongside this work, my proficiency in Java programming reflects my interest in applying technical skills to mission-driven problem-solving.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
CT Director
Young Learners Foundation
, USA
01.2025 - Current
- Directed statewide education equity initiatives to enhance youth literacy and close opportunity gaps.
- Organized book drives and outreach programs to support disadvantaged communities across the country.
- 18,000+ books were donated to Title I schools.
Head Writer
SCOTUS4Teens
01.2024 - Current
- Oversee development and dissemination of educational content designed to simplify Supreme Court decisions for teenage audience, enhancing comprehension of judicial impacts on society.
Founder
World Hunger Warriors
01.2022 - Current
- Founded a nonprofit focused on combating childhood hunger through campaigns and partnerships.
Orchestrated initiatives that provided meals to thousands of children in poverty.
Developed strategies for fundraising events to enhance awareness and support.
Ensured sustainable funding for food distribution programs in underserved communities. - Raised over $5K to combat hunger.
Editorial Intern
Mind4Youth
01.2024
- Assist in researching and drafting articles on mental health and wellness topics tailored for a youth audience, aiming to increase awareness and provide valuable resources to support young people's mental well-being.
Civic Innovation Fellow
Civics Unplugged
01.2024
- Participate in a national fellowship program designed to empower future civic leaders, engaging in workshops and projects that promote democratic engagement and innovative civic solutions.
Director of Public Relations and Community Outreach
Make-A-Wish Club
- Lead promotional and community engagement efforts to raise awareness and support for fulfilling the wishes of children with critical illnesses.
Director
Helping Hands Club
- Spearhead community service projects that address local needs, enhancing support networks and volunteer engagement.
Mentor
Unified Sports
- Guide and support athletes with disabilities, promoting inclusivity and teamwork in sports activities.
Treasurer
Fish Club
- Manage financial operations and budgeting for club activities, ensuring effective allocation of resources for aquatic projects.
Member
Excel Club
- Participate in projects that emphasize leadership development and community service, contributing to both local and international causes.
Member
Latin Club
- Engage in cultural and academic activities that enhance understanding of Latin language and Roman history.
Volunteer
ESSO Skating
- Provide skating lessons to local youth, encouraging physical activity and skill development in a supportive environment.
Participant
Exeter CVP
- Contribute to diverse volunteer efforts, improving local communities through direct engagement.
Member
Exeter Economics Club
- Explore economic theories and applications through discussions and projects, preparing for future academic and career opportunities.
Member
Exeter Business Board
- Collaborate in strategic planning and execution of business-related events and workshops, enhancing the business acumen of peers.
Member
Exeter Business Club
- Compete in national business competitions, applying practical business skills in finance, marketing, and management.
Peer Tutor
Exeter
- Provide academic support in various subjects, helping peers achieve their educational goals through targeted tutoring.
Peer Trainer
Exeter
- Offer training and guidance to students, promoting health, wellness, and athletic performance through tailored fitness programs.
Volunteer
ESSO Daycare
- Assist in childcare and educational activities, creating a nurturing and stimulating environment for early development.
Education
High School Diploma -
Phillips Exeter Academy
Exeter, NH06.2026
Daniel Hand High School
Maddison, Connecticut06.2024
Skills
- Communication
- Educational advocacy
- Team collaboration
- Leadership
- Java Programming Language
- Fundraising
Languages
- Spanish, Professional working proficiency
- French, Limited working proficiency
- English, Native or bilingual proficiency
- Latin, Professional working proficiency
Activities And Societies
- Director of the Helping Hands Club, Spearhead community service projects that address local needs, enhancing support networks and volunteer engagement.
- Unified Sports Mentor, Guide and support athletes with disabilities, promoting inclusivity and teamwork in sports activities.
- Treasurer of Fish Club, Manage financial operations and budgeting for club activities, ensuring effective allocation of resources for aquatic projects.
- Member of Excel Club, Participate in projects that emphasize leadership development and community service, contributing to both local and international causes.
- Member of Latin Club, Engage in cultural and academic activities that enhance understanding of Latin language and Roman history.
- Volunteer for ESSO Skating, Provide skating lessons to local youth, encouraging physical activity and skill development in a supportive environment.
- Participant of Exeter CVP (Community Values Program), Contribute to diverse volunteer efforts, improving local communities through direct engagement.
- Member of Exeter Economics Club, Explore economic theories and applications through discussions and projects, preparing for future academic and career opportunities.
- Member of Exeter Business Board, Collaborate in strategic planning and execution of business-related events and workshops, enhancing the business acumen of peers.
- Member of Exeter Business Club, Compete in national business competitions, applying practical business skills in finance, marketing, and management.
- Exeter Peer Tutor, Provide academic support in various subjects, helping peers achieve their educational goals through targeted tutoring.
- Exeter Peer Trainer, Offer training and guidance to students, promoting health, wellness, and athletic performance through tailored fitness programs.
- Volunteer for ESSO Daycare, Assist in childcare and educational activities, creating a nurturing and stimulating environment for early development.
Honors And Awards
- National Academy of Future Physicians and Medical Scientists Award, 2023
- Excellence in Social Studies Award, 2023
- Excellence in Mathematics Award, 2023
- Connecticut High School Hockey All-Star, 2023
- The Helping Hands Award, 2024
- Connecticut High School Hockey All-Star, 2024
- Excellence in English Award, 2024
- A Shot For Life All-Star, 2024
- National Youth Leadership Forum: Business innovation, 2025
- A Shot For Life All-Star, 2025
Timeline
CT Director
Young Learners Foundation
01.2025 - Current
Head Writer
SCOTUS4Teens
01.2024 - Current
Editorial Intern
Mind4Youth
01.2024
Civic Innovation Fellow
Civics Unplugged
01.2024
Founder
World Hunger Warriors
01.2022 - Current
Director of Public Relations and Community Outreach
Make-A-Wish Club
Director
Helping Hands Club
Mentor
Unified Sports
Treasurer
Fish Club
Member
Excel Club
Member
Latin Club
Volunteer
ESSO Skating
Participant
Exeter CVP
Member
Exeter Economics Club
Member
Exeter Business Board
Member
Exeter Business Club
Peer Tutor
Exeter
Peer Trainer
Exeter
Volunteer
ESSO Daycare
High School Diploma -
Phillips Exeter Academy
Daniel Hand High School