Exciting news! Serafina has been nominated to represent her school at the Junior National Youth Leaders Conference (JrNYLC) this July at the University of California, Berkeley. This incredible honor reflects her academic dedication, maturity, and the leader she is becoming. Serafina has worked so hard to get to this point. From earning First Chair in her school orchestra to training toward her second-degree black belt in Taekwondo, she continues to challenge herself and grow. She also gives back by assisting younger students at her martial arts school—showing patience, encouragement, and responsibility beyond her years.

This program is a truly life-changing opportunity, especially as Serafina continues to find her voice. It will help her build confidence, strengthen her leadership skills, and broaden her perspective by connecting with driven students from across the country who share her passion for learning and growth. Through JrNYLC, the San Francisco Bay Area becomes a living classroom filled with hands-on learning, team challenges, and social development.

This incredible opportunity also comes with significant costs for tuition, room and board, and travel. As a single-income household, experiences like this can be difficult to manage without additional support. That’s why I’m reaching out for help.... Any contribution, big or small, would truly make a difference and will go directly toward making this opportunity possible for Serafina. If you’re unable to donate, simply sharing this page would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you for supporting a hardworking, determined young student as she takes this next big step toward her future!