Our Story

When she was 4 years old, Braylin was diagnosed with juvenile arthritis. Even though she faced many obstacles and medical challenges, that didn’t stop Braylin from pursuing her passion: figure skating. Though physically demanding, it was yet another hurdle that Braylin would overcome. With a combination of exercises, hard work, and help from her figure skating coach, Braylin has thrived on the ice! Today, she wants to encourage others with juvenile arthritis, and she hopes her journey and perseverance will inspire them to pursue their dreams, too. It’s amazing what a child can achieve. 

Giovanna is a big fan of dolls. In fact, she started making and selling her own handmade bracelets to buy a doll she really wanted. So, when she heard that there are underprivileged kids who don't have dolls of their own, she wanted to do something about it. With the help of her mom, Giovanna contacted local shelters and started making new bracelets to raise enough money to purchase dolls as gifts. Sure enough, Giovanna reached her goal, and she was able to donate the dolls to kids within her community. But the best part for Giovanna? Making others feel as happy as she did when she got her doll. It's amazing what a child can achieve.  

At just 7 years old, Sloane already understands what it means to give back to her community. She created care packages for a local children’s hospital to support parents with children in the ICU. The packages included snacks, socks, toiletries, and extra change for hospital vending machines. Even today, Sloane continues to spread kindness in her neighborhood by making handmade watercolor cards and gardening kits that she hand-delivers to each senior citizen at an assisted living center. It’s amazing what a child can achieve.

Lorelai believes all kids deserve the opportunity to play sports, so she does everything she can to make those with limb differences feel welcome. She is part of a local sports camp that specializes in helping limb-different children play sports. Lorelai spreads awareness at her school and raises money that she donates to the camp, which is used to pay for scholarships so that more kids can attend. But Lorelai’s actions don’t stop there. Whenever she meets another child with a limb difference, she is proud to talk about her “special foot” because of how unique it makes her. She encourages them to join the camp and to celebrate what makes them special. It’s amazing what a child can achieve.  

When Berkleigh learned that there were no food banks in her hometown, she got the idea of building a roadside food pantry with her dad to help fight food insecurity in her community. Once finished, she and her family began stocking the pantry with canned goods, fresh produce from their garden, and essential household items. They also put up a sign that said, "Take What You Need & Leave What You Can." Then something wonderful happened. Berkleigh had inspired others to donate every month, and she's even noticed more pantries popping up in her community and nearby towns. What started as a small idea has grown into something so much more. It's amazing what a child can achieve. 

When Aubrey learned that a few of her friends had to use a local child safety center to see their families, she and her Girl Scout troop wanted to help. Hosting a Girl Scout birthday party, they used a portion of their funds to collect cooking supplies and put together birthday goodie bags that included cake mixes, party hats, cards, candles, cake pans, and more to donate to the center. They also held a cookie fundraiser to purchase extra supplies and made sure that as many families as possible could enjoy a special celebration during their visit. It’s amazing what a child can achieve.   

At just 10 years old, Kynzie is already making an impact in her community. During the COVID-19 pandemic, she delivered masks for kids to the local daycare, helped create goodie bags for firefighters and nurses, and packed food baskets for families affected by the school shutdowns. Kynzie also participated in a local adoption event for an animal rescue, volunteered at a wildlife rehab, and helped raise money for underprivileged kids through book fairs at her school and acting jobs. It’s amazing what a child can achieve.

Confidence and positivity play a key part in everything Maddy loves to do. She served her community by volunteering in annual toy drives, participating in reading groups with local schools, building Christmas care packages for breast cancer patients, and so much more. She knows just how important self-confidence and participation can be. That's why Maddy made it her mission to share that with others, specifically those from marginalized communities. She created and helped run confidence-building workshops and invited 10 young girls to join in community service projects to improve their self-esteem and navigate their anxieties. Today, Maddy has completed over 1,000 hours of community service and received awards for her impactful contributions. It's amazing what a child can achieve. 

Cora is passionate about leading by example, which inspired her to join the Girl Scouts. Several times a year, Cora and her troop deliver handmade treats and cards to nursing homes, donate food to shelters, and at Christmastime, she helps the local police load up toys and trees to gift to less fortunate kids. Cora has also learned first aid and how to preserve the environment. She’s planted trees and flowers at local parks, donated funds from cookie sales to help with reforestation, and volunteered in highway cleanups. It’s amazing what a child can achieve.  

Millicent loves all animals! She believes that the best way to help them is by supporting conservation efforts and educating others on the importance of animal life. Millicent looks forward to volunteering at nature centers and zoos in her community. She’s attended horse camps that raised funds for several horse rescues nearby, adopted her pup, Mazie, from a local animal shelter, made insect homes, and helped plant native plants to support wildlife. Millicent hopes to become a veterinarian when she grows up to continue protecting and caring for animals. It’s amazing what a child can achieve.  

After learning that her older brother was diagnosed with autism, Aneesa has made it her mission to help other children with special needs in her community. Over the last 3 years, Aneesa has raised money to donate to a non-profit organization by participating in bake sales, designing T-shirts and hats, and even rallying her friends to join the cause. She also volunteers in her school’s infants and toddlers program to help kids in the classroom. Aneesa aspires to be an autistic support teacher so she can continue helping children when she grows up. It’s amazing what a child can achieve.