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What motivated Nicholas to start a charity at the age of twelve?
What motivated Nicholas to start a charity at the age of twelve?
- His interest in fashion and shoes.
- The need he saw among children without proper footwear. (correct)
- His desire to become a wealthy entrepreneur.
- Encouragement from his teachers at school.
Which statement best describes Nicholas's early life?
Which statement best describes Nicholas's early life?
- He grew up seeing poverty among some of his classmates. (correct)
- He had access to plenty of new shoes for himself.
- He was born in a wealthy family in a large city.
- His family owned a shoe store in Rhode Island.
After attending university, what role did Nicholas ultimately take on?
After attending university, what role did Nicholas ultimately take on?
- He became a professional shoe designer.
- He took a job with his own charity. (correct)
- He began a lecture series on philanthropy.
- He started working for a shoe manufacturing company.
How does Nicholas share his message about helping others?
How does Nicholas share his message about helping others?
What type of donations did Nicholas's charity primarily receive?
What type of donations did Nicholas's charity primarily receive?
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Nicholas Lowinger
Nicholas Lowinger
An American born in Rhode Island in 1998, who started a charity to provide shoes to children in need.
Charity Goal
Charity Goal
To provide shoes to children from low-income or homeless families.
Age he started charity
Age he started charity
Nicholas started his charity when he was twelve years old.
Charity's impact
Charity's impact
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University Job
University Job
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Study Notes
Shoe Boy: Nicholas' Story
- Nicholas was born in Rhode Island in 1998
- Lived in a small town
- Started school at age 5
- Observed children without shoes
- Started a charity at age 12
- Collected shoes for children
- Gave shoes to children at school and in his town
- Continued charity work after university
- Now provides shoes and presentations in many US cities
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Explore the inspiring story of Nicholas, who started a charity at age 12 to collect and distribute shoes to children in need. From a small town in Rhode Island to impacting lives across many US cities, his journey showcases the power of compassion and community service. Test your knowledge on this remarkable individual and his contributions to society.
