In early 2024, the three of us—each driven by a desire to make a real impact—came together with a shared vision: to create an organization where young people could fully apply their talents and leadership, without the limitations often imposed by traditional youth service roles. Having served on junior boards and participated in numerous volunteer opportunities, we recognized two persistent challenges: too often, we felt disconnected from the communities we were aiming to support, and as teens, we were frequently sidelined from meaningful leadership roles, regardless of our dedication and ability.