YES! to Leadership, Service & Showing Up Big

The YES! Award honors young people who say yes to making a difference—through kindness, leadership, and service. Thanks to your support, we’ve celebrated eight incredible youth so far in 2025:

• Sadie Jai Shelton – A kind-hearted 6th grader and state champ wrestler who leads by example.

• Zoe Howlett – An 11-year-old entrepreneur and author turning adversity into action.

• Jude Turner – A servant-hearted 9th grader making an EMpact through faith and missions.

• Alyssa Hearn – A dedicated volunteer working to improve lives through community service.

• Braxton Weatherly – A 4th grader inspiring others through his hands-on volunteerism.

• Mars LeCompt-Nickols – A cheerleader and advocate creating inclusive spaces for all.

• Alyssa Hern – A service-driven 9th grader leading peers in acts of kindness and outreach.

Your generosity makes these recognitions possible—and helps shine a light on the next generation of community leaders. Thank you for helping us say YES! to youth.