Gianna Labbiento — Sharon High School, Sharon, PA

Her teachers say Gianna Labbiento is a selfless person always willing to pitch in to help others. She is a member of the Rachel’s Challenge Group, and an active volunteer for Joshua’s Haven, whose mission is to, “feed the hungry, clothe the naked, and shelter the homeless”. Joshua’s Haven City Mission offers temporary emergency shelter for homeless men in the Sharon, PA community. Each man receives a hot meal and supportive services. last year Gianna organized and led a Hat/Mitten drive for Joshua’s Haven.

Gianna is also very active in her school. She is a 4-year letter winner in Cross Country and Track and Field. She is ranked First in her class and will continue her education and running career at the University of Miami of Ohio. Her Cross-Country team runs at Buhl Park. This year Gianna organized a fundraiser for Buhl Park. She got the community involved by starting “On Your Mark for Buhl Park”. She has encouraged and motivated over 100 people to get out and walk.