Inspirational Stories

When I was nominated to be a Student Visionary of the Year, I had no idea how it would impact my life. I was allowed to join a groundbreaking philanthropic leadership development program for high school students. Throughout my courageous 7-week journey, I had a goal of creating a world without blood cancers. It was bigger than winning; it was about making a real impact on the world around me. I learned business marketing skills, used effective communication tools and met with fellow change-makers in my local area. By the end of the campaign, I felt like a new person. At the Grand Finale, I made an important decision. I realized I could never settle with living in a world of blood cancer. It has to stop, and I am willing to dedicate a life to making it so. Even after my campaign as a visionary, I still invoke change. I mentor future candidates and serve as a member of Louisiana's Junior Leadership Board! LLS greatly impacted my life, and now I can do the same for other teens around the country.