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068 Magazine
Driven to Make a Difference: 068 Magazine Celebrates Community All Stars
Max Nadoraski is proving that a t-shirt can carry a powerful message—and help build a kinder world.
Sphere
Behind the Scenes Honors
The Ridgefield Arts Council hosts annual “Behind the Scenes Honors” to recognize the vital unsung heros, educators, and staff who keep the town’s vibrant arts and cultural community thriving.
CT INSIDER
Ridgefield to honor Tony Award-winning actor Harvey Fierstein with Spirit of Dr. King Award
Fierstein said he plans to dedicate the award to Max Nadoraski, a Ridgefield High School student who founded the organization Lead the Change to inspire kindness and...
From Teens to Titans Podcast
Leaders of Today: Max Nadoraski - Leading the Change Through Kindness
What started as a simple idea has grown into a national movement, reaching customers across the country and creating real impact—donating a portion of proceeds to support individuals with disabilities.
Patch
Ridgefield Teen Donates $1,200 To SPHERE, Grows Empathy Apparel Brand Nationwide
At 17, Max Nadoraski is juggling college visits, social media marketing and international shipping — all while trying to make the world a little kinder.
Westfair Business Journal
Ridgefield Student ‘Selling’ Happiness to the Rest of the World
Ridgefield High School junior has come up with a way to battle the depressing national news and vitriol that fills up TVs, laptops and mobile phones on a daily basis.
City Lifestyle
Tiger Shark Tank: Ridgefield's Celebration of Innovation
A fashion-meets-philanthropy brand that donates 20 percent of proceeds to SPHERE, supporting adults with disabilities.
Patch
Ridgefield Teen Uses Creativity And Compassion To 'Lead the Change' Nationally
In a time when teens are often bombarded with messages about likes, status and competition, Ridgefield High School student Max Nadoraski is building something different: a powerful movement grounded in kindness, inclusion and community. And, it’s making waves nationally.
"A young man named Max Nadoraski has created this t-shirt with a plea for Empathy. That's a plea I can get behind."
Actor & Playwright
"Now more than ever in this world we need some empathy, kindness and love–and if a t-shirt gets you there, I’m all for it.Thank you so much for the wonderful shirt and your commitment to positive change."
SPHERE President & Chairman of the Board
"Thank you so much for the wonderful shirt and your commitment to positive change."
Connecticut’s 4th Congressional District
