This little girl had no idea.
Growing up in Anaheim, I never imagined I’d one day be in a position to advocate for youth and families in the same community that helped shape me.
Today, I’m fundraising as part of Impact Anaheim—a day dedicated to investing in the people, organizations, and neighborhoods that make this city special.
For me, this is a full-circle moment. It’s about showing up for my community, taking up space in my own backyard, and helping create opportunities for the next generation.
If you’d like to support my fundraising efforts, I’d be incredibly grateful. Every contribution helps make an impact right here in Anaheim.
For more than 65 years, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Orange County and the Inland Empire has helped local youth realize their full potential through the power of mentorship. By matching young people with mentors from their own community, we help build confidence, improve academic success, strengthen mental wellness, and create brighter futures for youth who need support the most.
During ImpACT Anaheim Giving Day, we’re joining 10 other OC nonprofits in a collective effort to raise $175,000 for at-promise youth across our community—and we need your help to reach our biggest goal yet of $60,000! Thanks to our generous matching donor and board member Matt Bailey, the first $10,000 fundraised will be MATCHED, meaning your impact will be DOUBLED for local youth waiting for guidance, encouragement, and opportunity.
Whether you’re a longtime supporter or discovering our mission for the first time, your gift today helps ignite potential and remind young people like Alessandro that someone believes in them.