“Being a leader is a great challenge. It takes passion and determination to keep going. I serve because my heart goes to those who need help and to those who does not seem to see their potential.

Food for Hungry Minds has led me to many opportunities. I never would’ve imagined that I’d be someone who also wants to help just like how they helped me and my family.

I still remember the line from our Peacebuilder’s Pledge in Hungry Minds: “To seek wise people”. I always want to be a wise person who takes courage for those who can’t justify themselves, shares the sentiments of those students who struggle as much as I do, and takes initiative for those who can’t step up.”