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Meredith’s Miracles proudly recognized graduating high school seniors for their exceptional volunteer service during its annual Miracle Maker Awards Ceremony Monday at City Hall.

Students who completed over 100 hours of volunteer service from eighth grade through their senior year were awarded the prestigious “Miracle Maker Medal.”

In total, all student volunteers contributed a combined 4,462 hours to Meredith’s Miracles over the past year. Their dedication played a vital role in the success of key fundraising initiatives, including the Cookies with Characters event, which raised over $114,000 in a single day.

Since its founding, Meredith’s Miracles has provided more than $1.5 million in financial support to children and families across 26 counties in Alabama.

“I am immensely grateful for their unwavering dedication and the countless hours they have generously invested in service to our community. As they move forward into their college years, I wholeheartedly encourage these graduates to continue their volunteer involvement with us,” said Meredith’s Miracles Executive Director Kiley Spears. “It has truly been a privilege to work with each of these outstanding students. Their commitment to making a difference is inspiring, and we look forward to seeing the impact they will continue to have in the future.”

One standout honoree was Kara Rooker of Red Level High School who set a new volunteer record with 402 total hours, surpassing the previous benchmark held by AHS alumni Nataleigh Brown (Class of 2024) and Rosemary Bass (Class of 2021.

The organization also awarded 16 certificates of recognition to volunteers in various grade levels who logged the most hours, in addition to the Miracle Maker Medalists.

2025 Miracle Maker Medalists are as follows:

Andalusia High School

• Ariyanna Pryor – 113 hours
• Beth Lewis – 115 hours
• Brittan Bennett – 115 hours
• Graycie Sansom – 101 hours
• Karis Dubose – 101 hours
• Makinley Marlowe – 100 hours
• Milasia Jones – 102 hours

Opp High School

• Haylee Booth – 104 hours

Red Level High School

• Kara Rooker – 402 hours

Straughn High School

• Alexus Owens – 112 hours
• Arina Thai – 364 hours
• Christian Pate – 115 hours
• Hallie Goodman – 101 hours
• Mandy Howard – 385 hours
• Orrin Douglas – 113 hours
• Hayden Brannon – 100 hours

Meredith’s Miracles is now accepting new student volunteers. Opportunities are posted via the REMIND App, and students are encouraged to register under their graduating class year. More information is available on the Meredith’s Miracles Facebook page.

Students can begin volunteering with Meredith’s Miracles as early as eighth grade and continue through their senior year. Service opportunities include major events such as Cookies with Characters, Adventure Day, Candyland, and at the Meredith’s Miracles Thrift Store.

For media inquiries or volunteer information, contact Meredith’s Miracles Executive Director Kiley Spears.