Bronx Educator Named National Life Group "LifeChanger of the Year" Award Winner Courtesy of Green Bronx Machine Green Bronx Machine Founder Stephen Ritz received the "LifeChanger of the Year" award, recognizing his making a beneficial difference in the lives of students. Newswise — Bronx, NY - June 9, 2021 – Stephen Ritz, founder of Green Bronx Machine and the National Health, Wellness, and Learning Center at CS 55, has been selected as a 2020-21 national LifeChanger of the Year award winner. LifeChanger of the Year is an annual program sponsored by the National Life Group Foundation that recognizes and rewards outstanding K-12 educators and school district employees who have demonstrated a proven ability to make a beneficial difference in the lives of students. Ritz was chosen by an independent selection committee out of more than 700 nominees from all 50 states. He will receive a $3,000 cash prize to share with his school.