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Friends Academy's Giving Tuesday offers match opportunity

Published on: Nov 29, 2022 Written by Andrea Miller

Today on Giving Tuesday, Friends Academy joins thousands of other organizations in marking a day of generosity. Hear from our faculty, parents, and trustees about the importance of community and why giving back is so critical.

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