PATIL to the Siouxland Chamber Foundation’s Pick-It-Up Litter Campaign. Kshitij used his earnings from tutoring students to give back to the community. He also donated $500 to the Food Bank of Siouxland to help folks who may be facing food insecurity this holiday season,” stated Mcmanamy. “What a generous and inspiring young man. The fact that he recently scored a perfect 36 on his ACT is equally impressive. Kshitij has an incredibly bright future ahead of him and I feel it is important to celebrate these achievements in our students. His actions are also a reminder that we ALL can make a positive impact in the place we call home.”
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Dakota Valley sophomore Kshitij Patil picks up litter in Sioux City in December 2025. Patil also donated $500 to the Siouxland Chamber Foundation’s Pick‑It‑Up Litter Campaign and $500 to the Food Bank of Siouxland to support local families during the holiday season. Submitted photo
It is the holiday season of giving and Kshitij Patil, a Dakota Valley sophomore, has gone to great lengths recently to make an impact at the local level. Patil has helped the environment and made gains to combat littering as he donated money and collected trash in Sioux City. He also recently made a significant dona‑tion to help those in need of food and support in the local area.Kristie Mcmanamy…
