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JACK BOTTI Philanthropy often begins at home—and

for Jack Botti, that home was above his
family’s grocery store, tucked into a con-
verted school building. Growing up in this
unique setting, Jack witnessed the quiet
power of community and generosity. His
parents, running the store with care and
humility, often gave groceries to neigh-
bors in need. “If you had an extra dollar
or some food to spare, you just gave it,”
he recalls. “Helping others wasn’t about
S recognition—it was just how you lived.”

IE These early lessons in practical kindness
laid the foundation for Jack’s lifelong
commitment to giving back.

TOR “My family’s approach

was simple—help where
you can, when you can,”
he says.

kids through a captain involved in build-
S Years later, Jack was introduced to AMI-
ing his vessel. He immediately connected
with the organization’s mission: empow-
ering young people through hands-on
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learning and workforce development,
offering real opportunities to build skills,
confidence, and a future. “AMIkids re-
minded me of the values I grew up with—
providing support, creating pathways,
and helping young people find their own
way forward,” he shares.

Jack’s personal journey mirrors the princi-
ples AMIkids instills in youth. Raised with
a strong work ethic, honesty, and gener-
osity, he built his company from humble
beginnings. Today, he encourages AMI-

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