As a first-generation Latina growing up in the Bronx, I was intimately familiar with the challenges that young people in underserved communities face. My upbringing was marked by a vibrant cultural backdrop but also by limited access to resources that many take for granted. This environment taught me resilience and the critical importance of community support. I witnessed firsthand the struggles of my peers—individuals who, like me, could have benefited greatly from safe spaces and supportive networks to help navigate the complexities of adolescence.

These formative experiences ignited a passion within me to empower young people by providing the resources and guidance I often found lacking. I saw too many talented and promising individuals held back by circumstances beyond their control, and I knew that something had to change. This personal journey is the foundation of my commitment to fostering environments where youth can thrive and make confident, informed decisions about their futures. Empower Generosity is the manifestation of this commitment, born from a desire to give back and uplift the next generation.