LIBERTY, NY — Jesse Ouimet has been awarded the Sullivan 180 Scholarship for 2023 in recognition of his exceptional volunteer work with Livingston Manor Renaissance’s community beautification project and his efforts to maintain public spaces.

Ouimet supported Livingston Manor Renaissance in its community-beautification efforts by taking care of gardens through edging, mulching and watering. He also did regular litter cleanup throughout the hamlet. 

He said that beautification can positively impact the community’s well-being by promoting physical activity and social connections, by reducing stress, and by instilling a sense of pride. Volunteering has contributed to Ouimet’s personal growth, helped him gain self-discipline and agricultural knowledge, and improved his networking and communication skills. Through his involvement with Livingston Manor Renaissance, Ouimet said he has come to appreciate the beauty of the community through the eyes and camera lenses of residents and visitors, and feels proud to be a valued member of the community.

Ouimet is a senior at Alfred State College, majoring in architecture. The scholarship will be applied to his 2024 spring semester. 

The Sullivan 180 Scholarship Program is made possible through a donor-advised fund with the Community Foundation of Orange and Sullivan. 

Applications will be available again on Monday, January 1, 2024.

For more information on the work and initiatives of Sullivan 180, visit www.Sullivan180.org or call 845/295-2680.

Contributed by Sullivan 180.