Creating Opportunities, Inspiring Futures

For six years, I served as a Troop 6000 Leader, showing up for these girls when the world often didn’t. Their circumstances didn’t allow for routine, but I made it my promise to be there, picking them up and giving them a safe two hours away from their challenging environments as they transitioned from being unhoused into transitional living environments.

Watching them grow and navigate the world was both inspiring and difficult. I witnessed firsthand how a lack of guidance within designed systems exposed them to situations beyond their cognitive and emotional readiness. My role allowed me to introduce them to new foods, teach them about ingredients, and take them on hikes—providing access to the outdoors gave them an outlet and helped manage anxiety.

The work was sometimes tedious and exhausting, but always gratifying. I still check in, celebrating next steps and milestones like first jobs. I believe in the power of one-to-one change—relationship building and encouragement as tools that foster lasting transformation. These connections not only impact the individuals I work with, but also shape how I envision the path forward for all people.